Utah – Cold air lingers along the Wasatch Front this morning, but the sun is already changing the feel. Sidewalks remain dry. Skies stay clear. By midday, jackets become optional as temperatures climb steadily.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, highs reach the mid-50s this afternoon under partly sunny skies. Early temperatures hovered near 30 degrees at Salt Lake City International Airport, with calm winds and high humidity. No weather alerts are in effect.
This quiet stretch holds firm into the workweek. Monday turns sunny with highs near 51, followed by another clear and mild day Tuesday around 52. Overnight lows dip into the low 30s, allowing pockets of frost in sheltered areas. Drivers should watch for isolated slick spots early each morning, especially near shaded roads and bridges.
No snow is expected across the valley through at least Wednesday. Mountain snowpack remains unchanged, offering a brief pause in active winter conditions. Air quality may fluctuate during calm mornings, though no advisory has been issued.
This pattern reflects a broader West Coast and Intermountain calm while much of the Midwest and East Coast battle winter extremes. With the Great Lakes heavily iced over and arctic air locked east, Utah sits on the mild side of the national weather divide.
Looking ahead to late week, temperatures hold above normal with highs staying in the mid-50s. Long-range outlooks show no strong storm signals through the first full week of February. Any return of snow would likely stay north or remain confined to higher elevations.
Enjoy the dry stretch, but remember winter isn’t finished yet. Early February can flip quickly once storms return.
How big was the temperature swing where you stepped outside today?
Five-Day Outlook for Salt Lake City, Utah
Monday: Sunny, high near 51
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 52
Wednesday: Sunny, high near 52
Thursday: Sunny, high near 55
Friday: Sunny, high near 56
