Utah greets the morning under low clouds and steady rain tapping on rooftops across the Wasatch Front. Wet pavement reflects headlights, and visibility stays reduced as commuters head out early. Conditions feel calm, but the pattern remains active.
Rain continues through the morning in Salt Lake City, with temperatures holding near the mid-40s. Roads along I-15 and I-80 stay slick, especially on bridges and shaded ramps. Plan extra travel time and use caution during early errands.
By late morning into afternoon, rain tapers to lighter showers. Highs climb near 51 degrees, keeping precipitation liquid in the valley. Snow stays confined to higher elevations, but slushy conditions remain possible near mountain passes.
Tonight stays cloudy and damp. Temperatures dip near 40 degrees, which limits freezing risk in the city. However, cooler pockets and elevated roadways could briefly slick up after darker hours.
Sunday brings another round of rain. Cloud cover thickens, and highs approach the upper 50s. Gusts remain light, but persistent moisture keeps roads wet for much of the day. Keep rain gear handy and slow down where spray reduces visibility.
Monday trends slightly drier, though scattered showers still develop. Temperatures hover near 58 degrees. Models hint at a pattern shift midweek, opening the door for cooler air. A possible rain-to-snow changeover appears later this week, especially near Christmas.
For Christmas travel, the Wasatch Front may stay mostly rain-soaked. Mountain routes face a higher snow risk, and conditions could change quickly after sunset. Watch for flash freezing if temperatures dip after daytime rain.
Five-Day Outlook – Salt Lake City, Utah
- Today: Rain, high near 51
- Sunday: Rain likely, high near 57
- Monday: Chance of rain, high near 58
- Tuesday: Cloudy, high near 59
- Wednesday: Rain likely, high near 57
