Utah – Clear skies stretch over the Wasatch Front this morning, and the air feels crisp but calm. Roads stay dry, mountains glow early, and Winter briefly pauses. That pause will not last long as a Pacific system pushes closer.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, highs reach the upper 40s today before cooler air settles in midweek. Rain chances increase Wednesday, then quickly transition to snow late Wednesday night. Snow becomes more likely Thursday, with light accumulations possible across the valley and greater impacts in the foothills.
In Salt Lake City, today stays sunny and quiet, ideal for travel and errands. Wednesday turns cloudier, with rain possible by late morning and afternoon. By evening, temperatures fall toward freezing, allowing rain to mix with snow. Snow is likely Thursday morning, creating slick conditions on I-15, I-80, and surface streets during peak commute hours.
Snow totals in the valley appear modest for now, but timing matters. Even one to two inches can snarl traffic when temperatures hover near freezing. Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads could turn icy quickly. Mountain routes through Parleys Canyon and Big Cottonwood Canyon may see more persistent snow and reduced visibility.
By Thursday night, snow chances taper, and colder air settles in. Friday turns partly sunny but chilly, with highs in the mid-30s and lows near 20. The weekend looks drier and calmer, though Winter temperatures hold firm.
Plan ahead for changing conditions. Keep extra distance between vehicles, allow added travel time Thursday, and be ready for sudden visibility drops in snow showers. Winter Weather remains active as 2026 settles in. Are you planning to travel through the canyons later this week?
Five Day Weather Outlook for Salt Lake City, Utah
- Today: Sunny and cool, high near 49
- Wednesday: Chance of rain, turning colder late, high near 45
- Thursday: Snow likely, slick roads possible, high near 36
- Friday: Partly sunny and cold, high near 35
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, cold, high near 38
