Utah starts the morning with damp pavement, low clouds, and a winter chill clinging to the valley floor. Headlights reflect off wet roads, and mountain peaks fade into haze. Conditions feel quiet now, but change is lining up.
Early temperatures sit near freezing across Salt Lake City. Skies gradually brighten through the morning. Sunshine pushes highs into the low 50s by afternoon, offering a brief December break. Winds stay light, helping keep travel smooth.
Road conditions remain manageable today. I-15, I-80, and surface streets stay mostly dry through daylight hours. Morning commuters should still watch for slick patches in shaded areas. Bridges and ramps cool faster.
Tuesday continues the mild stretch. Afternoon highs reach the mid-50s under partly sunny skies. Snow stays locked in the mountains for now. Valley travel remains straightforward, supporting errands and short trips.
Attention turns to Tuesday night and Wednesday as moisture arrives. Rain becomes likely across the Salt Lake Valley Wednesday, with chances increasing to around 80 percent. Temperatures hover in the mid-50s, keeping precipitation liquid during the day.
By Wednesday night, colder air slips in. Rain may mix with snow as temperatures fall toward the mid-30s. Little accumulation is expected in the city, but brief slushy spots could develop late. Higher elevations will see snow.
Thursday stays unsettled. A mix of rain and snow remains possible during the morning before tapering later in the day. Highs settle near the low 50s. Travel impacts remain minor but timing matters.
Looking ahead to the weekend, unsettled weather lingers. Periodic rain chances continue Friday and Saturday. No major winter storm signals appear yet, but December patterns are clearly shifting.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Today: Partly sunny, high near 53°
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 54°
- Wednesday: Rain likely, high near 56°
- Wednesday Night: Chance of rain and snow, low near 35°
- Thursday: Chance of rain and snow, high near 52°
