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Utah Weather Alert: Rain Returns to Salt Lake City Nov 10-14
Salt Lake City, UT – Sunshine over the Wasatch Mountains will give way to increasing clouds and a developing rain threat as the weekend approaches.
By Jenna Hartley · 2026-11-10T11:22:36.064Z
Salt Lake City, UT – Sunshine over the Wasatch Mountains will give way to increasing clouds and a developing rain threat as the weekend approaches.
After several mild November afternoons, Salt Lake City could see showers and isolated thunderstorms Saturday, bringing changing conditions for weekend travelers.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, temperatures will reach the low 60s before rain chances increase late Friday and Saturday.
The approaching change follows several days of relatively quiet weather across the Salt Lake Valley.
For residents planning outdoor activities, Friday offers the final mostly dry afternoon before the weekend's unsettled pattern.
Wednesday and Thursday: Sunshine Before the Weather Changes Wednesday, November 11, brings sunny skies and afternoon temperatures near 59 degrees.
Calm winds and clear conditions should provide comfortable weather for Veterans Day ceremonies and outdoor gatherings.
Temperatures fall toward 40 degrees Wednesday night, creating a noticeably colder evening.
Thursday, November 12, brings another sunny afternoon, with temperatures climbing to approximately 61 degrees.
Partly cloudy skies develop Thursday night as temperatures settle near 43 degrees.
These mild afternoons offer opportunities for yard cleanup and securing loose outdoor items before weekend rain arrives.
Friday: Clouds Increase as Rain Approaches Friday, November 13, begins with mostly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 63 degrees.
However, meteorologists are tracking a developing change in the weather pattern.
A slight chance of rain develops after 11 p.m., with temperatures falling toward 45 degrees.
Drivers traveling Interstate 15, Interstate 80 and Interstate 215 should monitor changing road conditions as precipitation approaches.
Saturday: Rain and Possible Thunderstorms Enter the Picture Saturday, November 14, brings the most significant weather change of the five day outlook.
The National Weather Service expects showers, mainly before 11 a.m., followed by possible thunderstorms before 11 a.m.
Rain becomes likely again after 11 a.m., with mostly cloudy skies and afternoon temperatures near 56 degrees.
That represents a seven degree decline from Friday's expected high.
Wet pavement could create slippery driving conditions, especially along busy highways and mountain access routes.
Residents should allow additional travel time if showers develop during their morning plans.
Although thunderstorms are possible, the supplied outlook does not identify a specific tornado threat.
Saturday night remains mostly cloudy, with another chance of rain and temperatures near 43 degrees.
What About Snow and Freezing Temperatures? November marks an important transition toward winter across northern Utah.
While Salt Lake City's valley forecast favors rain, higher mountain elevations can experience substantially different conditions.
Travelers heading toward the Wasatch Mountains should check updated mountain forecasts before departing.
The supplied city forecast does not predict accumulating snow or flash freezing conditions through Saturday.
However, freezing temperatures and wet roads can become dangerous when winter weather develops later in the season.
Salt Lake City Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 10 14 Tuesday, Nov. 10: Becoming sunny. High 60°F, low 41°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Sunny. High 59°F, low 40°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Sunny. High 61°F, low 43°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Mostly sunny. High 63°F, low 45°F. Slight rain chance late. Saturday, Nov. 14: Showers likely, possible morning thunderstorms. High 56°F, low 43°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 15 16 and Thanksgiving Sunday, November 15, brings partly sunny skies with temperatures reaching approximately 58 degrees.
A slight chance of rain returns Sunday night, with lows near 43 degrees.
Monday, November 16, remains mostly cloudy, with a chance of rain and highs near 56 degrees.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, residents should continue monitoring changing November weather patterns.
Snow becomes an increasingly important seasonal consideration across Utah, particularly in mountain communities.
However, the available information does not establish a specific Thanksgiving snowstorm or accumulating snowfall for Salt Lake City.
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