Utah – Snow begins quietly, then steadily coats roads and rooftops as the day unfolds along the Wasatch Front. Light flakes mix with damp air early, but conditions trend colder and more wintry as snow becomes the dominant story by midmorning.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from early today through late Thursday evening. Widespread snowfall of 1 to 4 inches is expected across the Salt Lake Valley, with locally higher totals on benches and near foothills. Accumulation timing aligns closely with peak travel hours, raising concern for slow and slick commutes.
Snow develops after early rain and rain-snow mix fades. Temperatures hover near freezing, allowing snow to stick on untreated roads. I-15, I-80, and major surface streets could see slushy stretches and reduced visibility at times. Drivers should plan extra time and avoid sudden braking.
Conditions remain wintry through Thursday evening. Snowfall rates stay light to moderate, but persistence adds up. After snowfall tapers, colder air settles in, increasing the risk of flash freezing as wet pavement refreezes. Black ice may linger into early Friday, especially on bridges and shaded roads.
Friday brings partial clearing but little warmth. Highs struggle to climb into the low 30s, keeping snowpack slow to melt. Nights turn colder, with lows dropping into the teens and lower 20s. The weekend looks drier and brighter, though winter chill remains locked in. Early next week shows gradual warming but continued cold mornings.
Five-Day Outlook for Salt Lake City, Utah
Today: Rain changing to snow, high near 46
Tonight: Snow likely, low near 31
Thursday: Snow likely, high near 33
Friday: Slight snow chance early, high near 33
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 37
