Geography of Salt Lake City
Geography of Salt Lake City: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Salt Lake City
Salt Lake County is 0 mi to the north, Park City is 22 mi to the east, Antelope Island State Park is 26 mi to the north-west and Great Salt Lake is 42 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 40°45′38.9″N 111°53′27.6″W (40.7608, -111.891)
Quick facts about Salt Lake City
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°45′38.9″N 111°53′27.6″W (40.7608, -111.891) |
| Population | 200.000 |
| Known for | Ski gateway and Temple Square |
| Local time | 4:26 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by airport in Salt Lake City
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Geography by zip / postal code in Salt Lake City
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Salt Lake City is a city in Utah. Salt Lake City is known for Ski gateway and Temple Square. It has a population of about 200.000.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Salt Lake City with overcast. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 67°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 34%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Salt Lake City is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 96°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 23°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Antelope Island State Park, Great Salt Lake, Goblin Valley State Park and Capitol Reef National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is 4°F above the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Salt Lake City today at 9.1/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Salt Lake City 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 | 39° | 23° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 28° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 34° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 38° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 47° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 88° | 62° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 96° | 69° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 65° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 57° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 66° | 44° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 32° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 28° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City is a city in Utah. Its coordinates are 40.7608, -111.891. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Salt Lake City right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 34% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Salt Lake City?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Salt Lake City, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Salt Lake City in?
Salt Lake City observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 4:26 PM.
How many people live in Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City has a population of approximately 200.000.
What is the nearest airport to Salt Lake City?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 5 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Salt Lake City?
Popular options include Antelope Island State Park, Great Salt Lake, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Great Basin National Park and Arches National Park.
What places are in Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City covers 2 places in this atlas, including Salt Lake City International Airport and ZIP Code 84101.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 24, 2026 at 4:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
