City in Utah

Current Local Time in Salt Lake City

Current local time and time zone in Salt Lake City, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 81°F now🕔 3:55 PM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August and September👥 200.000

Current local time in Salt Lake City

3:55 PM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now9:55 PM
Sunrise6:48 AM
Sunset8:10 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:48 AM
Sunset8:10 PM
Daylight13h 22m
Solar noon1:29 PM
Golden hour (am)6:48 AM - 7:48 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Blue hour (am)6:18 AM - 6:48 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:10 PM - 8:40 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 92%
Moonrise7:05 PM
Moonset4:05 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Salt Lake City

TypeCity
StateUtah
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates40°45′38.9″N 111°53′27.6″W (40.7608, -111.891)
Population200.000
Known forSki gateway and Temple Square
Local time3:55 PM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August and September
ClimateContinental

Local time by airport in Salt Lake City

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Local time 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 81°F (27°C) in Salt Lake City with clear sky. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 69°F to 96°F. Chance of precipitation is 19%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - 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 96°F is 5.6°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. swimming is the strongest bet in Salt Lake City today at 9.4/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.

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Coordinates: 40°45′38.9″N 111°53′27.6″W (40.7608, -111.891)

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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 81°F (27°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 29% and wind is 5 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 3:55 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 25, 2026 at 3:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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