Great Salt Lake Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Great Salt Lake: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Great Salt Lake month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19° | 14° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 24° | 17° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 35° | 26° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 44° | 33° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 54° | 42° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 67° | 54° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 74° | 62° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 70° | 59° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 61° | 51° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 46° | 38° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 31° | 26° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 25° | 20° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Great Salt Lake
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Great Salt Lake compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Great Salt Lake.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope Island State Park | 18 mi | 53°F | +44°F warmer | 21 in |
| Salt Lake City International Airport | 37 mi | 55°F | +46°F warmer | 23 in |
| ZIP Code 84101 | 42 mi | 56°F | +47°F warmer | 23 in |
| Salt Lake County | 42 mi | 55°F | +46°F warmer | 23 in |
| Salt Lake City | 42 mi | 55°F | +46°F warmer | 23 in |
Best time to visit Great Salt Lake
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Great Salt Lake
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 40°F is 6.1°F below the 46°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Overnight lows near 33°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 83°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Great Salt Lake is a lake in Utah. Great Salt Lake is a lake known as a hypersaline terminal lake.
Right now it is 40°F (5°C) in Great Salt Lake with clear. It feels like 34°F. Today runs from 33°F to 40°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Great Salt Lake is June, July, August and September. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 14°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 37 mi away. Nearby highlights include Antelope Island State Park, Great Basin National Park, Goblin Valley State Park and Capitol Reef National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 40°F is 6.1°F below the 46°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Great Salt Lake today at 10/10. Overnight lows near 33°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Great Salt Lake
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°7′1.2″N 112°32′24″W (41.117, -112.54) |
| Maximum depth | 33 ft |
| Known for | a hypersaline terminal lake |
| Local time | 5:49 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Great Salt Lake?
Great Salt Lake is a lake in Utah. Its coordinates are 41.117, -112.54. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Great Salt Lake right now?
It is currently 40°F (5°C) with clear. Humidity is 60% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Great Salt Lake?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Great Salt Lake, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Great Salt Lake in?
Great Salt Lake observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 5:49 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Great Salt Lake?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 37 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Great Salt Lake?
Popular options include Antelope Island State Park, Great Basin National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Teton and Grand Teton National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 5:49 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
