Salt Lake City Weather Forecast
Salt Lake City weather: 80°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Salt Lake City?
Possibly - there is a 30% chance in Salt Lake City today.
A 30% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,3 in against a typical 0,2 in).
16-day forecast for Salt Lake City
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 70° | 30% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 93° / 64° | 7% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 98° / 66° | 3% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 99° / 75° | 9% · 0,0 in | 19 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 76° | 27% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light showers | 85° / 66° | 32% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 67° | 32% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 92° / 69° | 16% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 73° | 16% | 17 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 67° | 14% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 87° / 65° | 11% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☀️ Clear sky | 81° / 65° | 10% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 71° / 57° | 29% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 58° | 23% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 68° | 30% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☀️ Clear sky | 90° / 69° | 10% | 13 mph | 7 |
What this means for Salt Lake City
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 96°F is 5°F above the 91°F typical for this month.
A 30% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 85°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 80°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 35% and wind is 12 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 11:45 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 August 24, 2026 at 11:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
