Salt Lake City drivers could face a soggy commute Tuesday as showers and thunderstorms push across northern Utah, raising concerns on I-15 and I-80. Wet roads, reduced visibility, and sudden downpours may cause travel delays during peak hours.
According to the National Weather Service, storms will intensify Monday night with a 50 percent chance of thunderstorms after midnight. By Tuesday, that chance grows to 80 percent, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and the possibility of localized flooding in low-lying areas. Winds will shift from calm overnight to south-southeast at 5 mph by morning.
The heaviest activity is expected Tuesday afternoon when thunderstorms may develop along the Wasatch Front, creating hazards for drivers between Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo. UDOT urges drivers to allow extra travel time and avoid flooded intersections.
Conditions improve slightly by Wednesday, though showers remain likely with a 70 percent chance of rain. Temperatures will hold near 82 degrees through midweek before skies clear heading into the Labor Day holiday weekend. By Friday, mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid-80s return, setting up ideal weather for outdoor plans.
Residents should keep mobile devices charged and limit travel during the heaviest storms Monday night into Tuesday. Expect additional advisories if rainfall intensifies.
Five-Day Forecast for Salt Lake City, Utah
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms, high near 84. Storm chance 80%.
- Wednesday: Showers likely, high near 82. Rain chance 70%.
- Thursday: Showers tapering, partly sunny, high near 82.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 86.
- Saturday (Labor Day Weekend Kickoff): Sunny, high near 86.
