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Northern Utah Weather Alert: Storm Chances Return Oct 20-21
Salt Lake City, UT – Several days of sunshine and comfortable fall temperatures will give way to a possible return of showers and thunderstorms across Salt Lake City early next week. The National Weat
By Evan Cross · 2026-10-15T09:12:57.344Z
Salt Lake City, UT – Several days of sunshine and comfortable fall temperatures will give way to a possible return of showers and thunderstorms across Salt Lake City early next week. The National Weather Service expects mostly dry conditions through Monday, with afternoon temperatures climbing toward 70 degrees before unsettled weather enters the forecast Tuesday and Wednesday. Although the approaching rain chances remain uncertain, the change could affect outdoor activities and travel plans following an extended stretch of pleasant autumn weather.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, Sunday will bring sunshine and a high near 68 degrees, followed by mostly clear skies and temperatures around 46 degrees Sunday night. Monday is expected to be slightly warmer, reaching approximately 70 degrees before clouds increase later in the evening. By Tuesday, the forecast introduces a chance of showers and thunderstorms, marking the first notable precipitation opportunity in the supplied outlook.
Showers and Thunderstorms Could Return Tuesday Tuesday, Oct. 20, will bring partly sunny skies and a high near 68 degrees, with showers and thunderstorms possible during the day. The National Weather Service has not specified a precipitation probability or expected rainfall amount in the supplied forecast, leaving uncertainty about how widespread or persistent the showers could become.
The unsettled pattern may continue Tuesday night, when mostly cloudy skies and temperatures near 49 degrees are expected. Another chance of showers and thunderstorms remains in the forecast, suggesting that precipitation opportunities could extend beyond the afternoon hours.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, will remain partly sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 65 degrees and another chance of showers and thunderstorms. The forecast does not identify a severe thunderstorm threat, damaging winds or significant rainfall totals. Residents should therefore view the outlook as a developing possibility for unsettled weather rather than a confirmed hazardous storm event.
Sunny Weekend Offers Favorable Outdoor Conditions Before the potential weather change, Salt Lake City will experience several days of predominantly sunny conditions. Thursday is expected to reach approximately 64 degrees, with light winds becoming west northwest around 6 mph during the afternoon. Mostly clear skies will continue Thursday night, allowing temperatures to fall to approximately 43 degrees.
Friday will bring another sunny afternoon, with temperatures climbing to around 67 degrees. East winds near 5 mph will become calm later in the day, creating relatively quiet conditions throughout the Salt Lake Valley. Friday night will remain mostly clear, with a low near 44 degrees.
Saturday will continue the warming trend, with sunshine and a high near 69 degrees. Mostly clear skies Saturday night will accompany temperatures around 46 degrees, setting up another comfortable autumn afternoon Sunday.
The stretch of dry weather could benefit residents planning outdoor recreation, neighborhood events or weekend travel along Interstate 15, Interstate 80 and Interstate 215. No significant weather related travel hazards are indicated in the supplied local forecast through Sunday.
Early Next Week Brings a Change in the Weather Pattern Monday will likely be the warmest day in the available outlook, with sunshine and a high near 70 degrees. Partly cloudy skies will develop Monday night as temperatures fall to approximately 50 degrees, preceding the possible arrival of showers and thunderstorms Tuesday.
The change from Monday's sunshine to Tuesday's potential rainfall may require adjustments for residents commuting, hiking or attending outdoor activities. Drivers should be prepared for possible wet pavement if showers develop, although no road closures, flooding or significant travel disruptions are indicated.
By Wednesday, temperatures are expected to cool slightly to around 65 degrees, approximately five degrees below Monday's projected high. The possibility of showers and thunderstorms remains, but the supplied forecast does not establish their timing or intensity.
For Salt Lake City residents, the coming weekend offers several opportunities to enjoy mild, sunny weather before a potentially wetter pattern develops during the middle of next week.
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Five Day Weather Outlook Thursday 10/15: Sunny skies and a high near 64 degrees will bring comfortable fall conditions to Salt Lake City, with west northwest winds around 6 mph during the afternoon and mostly clear skies overnight as temperatures fall to approximately 43 degrees.
Friday 10/16: Sunshine will continue with a high near 67 degrees and light east winds around 5 mph becoming calm during the afternoon, followed by mostly clear nighttime conditions and a low near 44 degrees.
Saturday 10/17: Sunny skies and a high near 69 degrees will provide favorable conditions for outdoor activities across the Salt Lake Valley, with mostly clear skies continuing Saturday night and temperatures falling to approximately 46 degrees.
Sunday 10/18: Another sunny afternoon is expected, with temperatures reaching approximately 68 degrees and no precipitation indicated in the supplied forecast, followed by mostly clear skies Sunday night and a low around 46 degrees.
Monday 10/19: Sunshine and a high near 70 degrees will continue the mild weather pattern before partly cloudy skies develop Monday night, when temperatures are expected to fall to approximately 50 degrees ahead of possible showers Tuesday.
Extended Outlook: Oct. 20 21 Tuesday, Oct. 20, is expected to bring partly sunny skies and a high near 68 degrees, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy conditions will continue Tuesday night, with temperatures falling to around 49 degrees and additional showers or thunderstorms possible.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, will remain partly sunny, with a high near 65 degrees and another chance of showers and thunderstorms.