Salt Lake City, UT – The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has extended its Winter Weather Advisory for the Southern Mountains of Utah, where heavy snow continues early Wednesday. The advisory remains in effect until 5 p.m. MST.
According to forecasters, the storm is producing significant snowfall across the Pine Valley Mountains, Brian Head, and Boulder Mountain, with additional accumulations of 6 to 9 inches above 8,000 feet. The highest peaks could see more than 12 inches, particularly in areas favored by strong southerly flow. Elevations between 7,000 and 8,000 feet are expected to receive 1 to 3 inches.
The National Weather Service warns that winter driving conditions are likely on all mountain routes above 8,000 feet today, with the worst impacts occurring during periods of heavy, fast-falling snow. Reduced visibility, slick roads, and snow-packed passes may slow travel and increase the risk of accidents.
Drivers heading toward Brian Head, Panguitch Lake, Cedar Breaks, and other high-elevation destinations should expect delays and exercise extreme caution.
Officials urge travelers to slow down, allow extra travel time, and check updated conditions before heading into the mountains. Road information is available through the Utah Department of Transportation at udottraffic.utah.gov.
More detailed snowfall graphics—including official forecast totals, high-end possibilities, and low-end ranges—are available at weather.gov/slc/winter.
