Salt Lake City, Utah – Warm sunshine will rule the start of the week in northern Utah, but storm clouds are set to return by midweek. Drivers along I-15 and residents across the Wasatch Front should prepare for dry conditions through Monday before scattered rain and thunderstorm chances build late Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service, Sunday and Monday will remain mostly sunny, with highs between 86°F and 88°F. Winds stay light, though gusts could shift southwest to southeast during the afternoons. By Tuesday, moisture begins moving into the region, bringing a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 p.m.
The broader NOAA precipitation outlook shows Utah trending near normal for rainfall through mid-September. That means the state won’t see prolonged wet weather, but brief, scattered storms are possible during the workweek.
Travelers should monitor changing conditions midweek, especially during afternoon and evening commutes on I-15 and I-80. Storms could produce brief downpours, gusty winds, and reduced visibility in canyon areas. Outdoor events, hiking, and mountain travel should also be watched closely as lightning risks return to higher terrain.
After Tuesday night, small chances for thunderstorms remain in the forecast each day through Friday. Highs will dip slightly into the low 80s by midweek before rebounding near 90°F next weekend.
Five-Day Forecast for Salt Lake City, Utah
- Monday: Sunny, high 88°F, light southeast wind
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F, storms after 4 p.m.
- Wednesday: Scattered showers and storms, high 82°F
- Thursday: Chance of storms, high 78°F, partly sunny
- Friday: Slight chance of storms, high 74°F, cooler evening
