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Utah Weather Alert: Salt Lake City Sees 20° Swings Nov. 8-14
Utah – Residents across Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County and the Wasatch Front are entering a dry November stretch with chilly mornings, mild afternoons and little indication of significant precipitat
By Mason Reid · 2026-11-08T11:53:32.409Z
Utah – Residents across Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County and the Wasatch Front are entering a dry November stretch with chilly mornings, mild afternoons and little indication of significant precipitation through Saturday, Nov. 14.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, temperatures will reach the lower 60s early in the week before dipping into the upper 50s around Veterans Day.
At Salt Lake City International Airport, temperatures registered 39 degrees early Sunday, Nov. 8, under clear skies.
The observation offered an early reminder that November mornings can feel considerably colder than afternoon conditions suggest.
A 20 Degree Temperature Difference Monday, Nov. 9, should bring partly sunny skies and a high near 62 degrees.
Temperatures fall toward 43 degrees Monday night, creating a nearly 20 degree difference between daytime warmth and nighttime chill.
Tuesday brings abundant sunshine, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 59 degrees.
By Tuesday night, temperatures drop toward 41 degrees.
Residents heading to work or school should keep a jacket nearby, even when afternoon sunshine makes heavier clothing unnecessary.
For drivers using Interstate 15, Interstate 80 and Interstate 215, the local outlook does not indicate widespread weather related disruptions.
However, changing temperatures remain worth monitoring as colder weather becomes more common later in November.
Veterans Day Brings Sunshine, But Chilly Conditions Return Wednesday, Nov. 11, should bring another sunny afternoon with temperatures near 59 degrees.
That could provide favorable conditions for Veterans Day ceremonies, outdoor gatherings and travel throughout the Salt Lake Valley.
By Wednesday night, temperatures are expected to return to approximately 41 degrees under mostly clear skies.
Thursday brings another modest warmup, with highs reaching 61 degrees.
Friday remains mostly sunny, with temperatures again near 61 degrees.
Is Snow Coming to Salt Lake City? For now, the National Weather Service outlook does not indicate measurable snowfall through Saturday.
That is important for residents watching for the next winter weather pattern along the Wasatch Front.
Although November can bring snow to northern Utah, no specific snow event is identified in the supplied local outlook.
Temperatures also remain above freezing in the listed Salt Lake City nighttime projections.
That means widespread flash freezing conditions are not supported by the current forecast.
Still, residents should use this dry stretch to prepare vehicles, inspect tires and secure outdoor belongings before colder weather eventually develops.
Salt Lake City Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Partly sunny, high 62°F, low 43°F. Calm winds. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny, high 59°F, low 41°F. Light and variable winds. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Sunny for Veterans Day, high 59°F, low 41°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Sunny, high 61°F, low 44°F. Partly cloudy Thursday night. Friday, Nov. 13: Mostly sunny, high 61°F, low 44°F. Partly cloudy Friday night. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly sunny, with a high near 61°F.
Looking Ahead Toward Thanksgiving As November progresses, northern Utah residents should continue watching for changing mountain weather and colder temperatures.
The supplied outlook does not establish when the next significant storm will arrive.
For now, the immediate story is a relatively steady pattern of sunny afternoons and brisk mornings.
Are you ready for Salt Lake City's first major winter storm, or would you rather keep these sunny November afternoons? Tell us what temperatures you're seeing in your neighborhood.