Salt Lake City, Utah – A fresh round of spring showers and thunderstorms will hit Salt Lake City starting Sunday, creating slippery roads and potential delays on I-15 into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, light rain begins Sunday morning with a 60% chance of precipitation. By Monday, that risk jumps to 80%, with thunderstorms possible during the day and continuing into the evening. Showers will mostly clear out by Monday night, but wet pavement and reduced visibility could linger through the commute.
Expect major impacts on travel, particularly along I-15 and surface streets across Salt Lake County. Rainfall will be scattered but steady at times, with possible thunder after noon Sunday and again Monday afternoon. Temperatures will range from highs in the mid-60s to lows in the low 40s. Drivers should slow down, turn on headlights, and allow extra travel time.
After Monday’s system exits, skies clear briefly Tuesday and Wednesday. Highs will rebound into the upper 60s and low 70s with calm, dry conditions. However, a slight chance of more showers returns Thursday night into Friday, with isolated thunderstorms possible.
5-Day Forecast at a Glance:
- Sunday: Showers, then slight thunder after noon. High 61°F.
- Monday: Showers, possible thunderstorms. High 55°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 67°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly clear, high 71°F.
- Thursday: Sunny early, chance of showers late. High 73°F.
