Salt Lake City, UT – Residents should brace for dangerous heat Wednesday as temperatures soar to 100°F, marking the hottest day of the week. The extreme heat will peak in the afternoon, making outdoor activity risky for extended periods.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, Wednesday’s heat will be fueled by light winds shifting from southeast to west during the day. Hydration, shade breaks, and limiting midday outdoor work are strongly advised. The Wasatch Front, including downtown Salt Lake City, West Valley City, and Sandy, will feel the brunt of the heat.
Relief arrives Thursday with increasing clouds and a 30 to 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms by afternoon, potentially bringing gusty winds and brief downpours. Storm chances will linger through Friday, offering a modest cooldown but keeping outdoor plans in flux.
This heat spike is part of a mid-August warm stretch, with temperatures slowly easing into the low 90s by the weekend. Updates will follow as storm chances develop later in the week.
Five Day Salt Lake City, UT Forecast:
- Tuesday: Sunny, hot afternoon. High 95°F, low 69°F
- Wednesday: Extreme heat, sunny. High 100°F, low 71°F
- Thursday: Chance of showers and storms after noon. High 96°F, low 68°F
- Friday: Isolated storms in the afternoon. High 93°F, low 68°F
- Saturday: Chance of showers and storms. High 91°F, low 67°F
