Salt Lake City Weather Forecast
Salt Lake City weather: 49°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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° | 33° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 38° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 47° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 88° | 61° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 96° | 69° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 66° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 58° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 68° | 45° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 32° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 28° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Salt Lake City
Go in May, June, July 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 to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 60°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 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.
How Salt Lake City compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Salt Lake City.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake County | 0 mi | 55°F | about the same | 23 in |
| Park City | 22 mi | 44°F | 43°F cooler | 35 in |
| Antelope Island State Park | 26 mi | 53°F | 35°F cooler | 21 in |
| Great Salt Lake | 42 mi | 41°F | 46°F cooler | 11 in |
| Goblin Valley State Park | 164 mi | 57°F | +34°F warmer | 5 in |
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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 49°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 81% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Salt Lake City?
May, June, July 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 6:01 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 28, 2026 at 6:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
