Salt Lake City, UT – Gusty thunderstorm winds are anticipated across much of Utah this afternoon and evening, with the highest chances for 50-60 mph wind gusts over western Utah, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Salt Lake City. Residents are advised to stay weather-aware and prepare to seek shelter when storms approach.
The NWS has issued a threat assessment indicating the highest local risk level, with isolated severe storms possible from 2 p.m. to 12 a.m. The most likely times for storms are 2-8 p.m. in southern Utah, 4 p.m. to midnight in the west desert, and 7-11 p.m. along the Wasatch Front. These storms may bring heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts, particularly in the dark green shaded areas on the weather map.
Despite the storm forecast, Salt Lake City will experience sunny conditions for most of the day, with temperatures reaching up to 92°F and wind gusts of up to 8 mph. The extended forecast shows clear skies and high temperatures through the weekend and into next week. Saturday and Sunday are expected to have highs of 92°F and 91°F, respectively.
Early next week, temperatures will remain in the low to mid-90s, with Monday and Tuesday seeing highs of 91°F and 96°F. Clear skies are predicted to continue, with temperatures rising to 99°F by Friday and Saturday. Residents should stay hydrated and take precautions against the heat while staying updated on the severe weather threat today.
