Salt Lake City, Utah – Storms are expected to build across northern Utah Saturday afternoon, bringing rain, lightning, and gusty winds that could slow travel and disrupt outdoor events across the Wasatch Front. Afternoon highs will reach the low 80s before clouds and showers move in.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, scattered thunderstorms are likely after 2 p.m. Saturday, with the strongest storms capable of producing brief downpours and lightning through late evening. Winds will shift variable but remain light, with heavier gusts possible near storm cells.
Areas along I-15 from Salt Lake City to Ogden and through Davis County may see reduced visibility during heavier rainfall. Outdoor recreation in the Wasatch Mountains could also be impacted by sudden thunderstorms, making lightning safety a priority for hikers and campers.
Sunday brings another chance of storms, though coverage should decrease compared to Saturday. Temperatures will climb into the mid-80s, with storms most likely in the afternoon and early evening.
Conditions improve Monday with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 80s, but scattered showers return Tuesday before a drying trend sets up midweek.
Five Day Forecast for Salt Lake City, Utah:
- Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m., high near 83.
- Sunday: Chance of storms, mostly sunny, high near 86.
- Monday: Sunny and dry, high near 87.
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms possible, high near 84.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of storms, high near 83.
