Utah – A gray sky hangs over Salt Lake City this morning as scattered raindrops tap against windshields and the Wasatch foothills fade behind a misty blur. Pavement shines under the dim light, and the crisp November air signals the growing shift toward early-season winter patterns. With Thanksgiving travel beginning across the state, residents should expect slower roads and changing conditions through the day.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances increase after mid-morning before gradually easing. Light winds keep the air still, but temperatures stay cool enough for damp commutes and reduced visibility along I-15 and I-80. While the city remains above freezing today, nighttime lows near 34° through the weekend could create slick patches in higher terrain. Travelers heading into canyons or toward Park City should watch for faster cooling and shifting pavement temperatures.
Friday brings a smaller chance of morning rain before gradual clearing. The air stays brisk, and clouds linger long enough to keep highs near 50°. To be fair, the weekend looks calmer locally—but nationally, models continue hinting at a Winter Tease just as Thanksgiving week begins. Heavy snow is possible across parts of the northern Rockies, Midwest, and interior Northeast between November 25 and December 3. Anyone flying out of Salt Lake City toward Denver, Minneapolis, or Chicago should monitor emerging storm tracks that could disrupt holiday schedules.
Saturday turns mostly sunny and noticeably more comfortable. Sunday repeats the theme with mild, late-fall air ideal for leaf cleanup, tree-light prep, or early shopping.
Five-Day Outlook for Salt Lake City (Thu–Mon):
Today: Rain likely at times; high near 52°.
Friday: Rain chance early; high near 50°.
Saturday: Mostly sunny; high near 51°.
Sunday: Mostly sunny; high near 51°.
Monday: Sunny and cool; high near 53°.
