Discover today’s weather outlook for Salt Lake City and the dynamic conditions across the Southwest, featuring sunny mornings, sizzling temperatures, and potential storm warnings.

Welcome to your comprehensive guide to the weather dynamics of Salt Lake City and the Southwest. This week, we’re witnessing a range from clear, sunny mornings in Salt Lake City to blistering heatwaves in Las Vegas and Phoenix. We also discuss forecasts of severe storms and heavy rains in Northern California, which could impact San Francisco by tomorrow. Stay tuned for daily updates and in-depth analysis of these changing conditions and what they mean for your area.
A line of storms is sweeping across the Southwest region, with severe weather impacting areas from Reno down through Redding. Las Vegas is experiencing dry conditions but clouds are starting to gather. Light rain is expected to develop in the areas around Flagstaff as the system moves eastward. Clear skies continue for Los Angeles, but Fresno and Bakersfield should watch for potential rain showers as the day progresses.
Tomorrow morning in Salt Lake City will start with clear skies and a temperature of 67 degrees at 8 AM, accompanied by an east-southeast wind at 6 miles per hour. As the morning progresses, expect sunny skies with temperatures rising to 72 degrees by 10 AM. The wind will shift slightly from the southeast at 6 miles per hour during this time. By noon, temperatures will reach 80 degrees with a south-southwest wind at 4 miles per hour, continuing the sunny outlook.
Tomorrow, Redding will sizzle at a scorching 110 degrees, while Fresno and Bakersfield will both reach 106. Las Vegas is also on track for a high of 110, showcasing a significant heat wave affecting the area. Down the coast, Los Angeles will be cooler at 77 degrees, yet still above average for this time of year. In Phoenix, expect a hot day with temperatures peaking at 109 degrees, maintaining the trend of above-normal readings across the Southwest region.
A cold front is set to bring active weather to the Southwest, with thunderstorms ushering in from the Pacific. Northern California will experience heavy rain by tomorrow afternoon, especially around the San Francisco area, leading to potentially slick road conditions. A rapid drop in temperatures is expected behind the front, leading to cooler, drier conditions by late Wednesday. For southern regions, including Los Angeles, anticipate scattered showers and potential flash flooding in low-lying areas. Wind gusts may reach 30 mph, complicating travel, especially over mountain passes.
The UV index in Salt Lake City will soar to a very high 9 on both Friday and Saturday, with sun intensity setting a burn time at about 15 minutes.
Friday: Clear skies with a high of 91 degrees and a low of 66 degrees. Saturday: Sunshine continues, reaching a high of 94 degrees and dropping to 67 degrees at night. Sunday: Expect a sunny day with temperatures peaking at 98 degrees and a low of 70 degrees. Monday: Mostly clear with a high of 97 degrees and a comfortable low of 72 degrees. Tuesday: Partly cloudy conditions, the high will be about 98 degrees with the low around 71 degrees. Wednesday: Enjoy partly cloudy weather with temperatures reaching 93 degrees and a low of 68 degrees. Thursday: Mostly cloudy skies, bringing a high of 96 degrees and a low of 70 degrees.