Explore the varying temperatures of Salt Lake City and the broader Southwest region. From scorching highs to cool, breezy nights, get ready for a week of diverse weather conditions!

From the clear skies over San Francisco to the scorching sun in Las Vegas, this week promises a bag of varied weather conditions. Salt Lake City wakes to partly cloudy mornings with light winds and rising temperatures. The blog takes you through daily temperature trends, potential thunderstorms, and safety tips for dealing with high UV indices. Dive deeper into the Southwest’s weather panorama with detailed forecasts and tips for staying cool and safe!
The clear skies dominate much of the Southwest region, but there’s some scattered light rain popping up in areas around Ely and Cedar City, bringing a bit of moisture to an otherwise dry landscape. Reno and the broader surroundings remain storm-free, while clouds linger near Salt Lake City, without any significant precipitation. As we head south, Flagstaff enjoys clear and cool conditions. Over the California coastline, from Redding to San Francisco, and into the Central Valley cities like Fresno and Bakersfield, it’s sunny and dry with no precipitation in sight.
Tomorrow morning in Salt Lake City kicks off with partly cloudy skies and temperatures starting at 74 degrees at 8 a.m., rising to 79 degrees by 10 a.m. Winds from the east-southeast at 7 miles per hour add a gentle breeze. By noon, look for temperatures to climb to 85 degrees as cloud cover remains, paired with winds shifting slightly to 5 miles per hour from the southeast.
Tomorrow, Phoenix will see a scorching high of 107 degrees, while Las Vegas is poised for even hotter conditions at 109 degrees. In California, Bakersfield is expecting 105 degrees, with Fresno not far behind at 103. Coastal areas like Los Angeles and San Diego will enjoy milder temperatures, reaching 75 degrees. The Southwest is experiencing above-average readings due to a persistent high-pressure system driving up temperatures across the region.
Prevailing calm conditions in the Southwest are set to give way to light scattered showers particularly impacting western regions. Expect cooler temperatures to bring a slight relief from the recent heat as cloud cover increases. For tomorrow, watch for isolated thunderstorms over Arizona in the afternoon, potentially causing brief gusty winds. Thunderstorms could intensify eastward towards New Mexico by evening, heightening the risk of flash flooding in prone areas. While these storms will be less widespread, they may disrupt late-day travel plans.
The UV index in Salt Lake City is at a high of 9 today, with a swift burn time of 15 minutes in direct sunlight. As you plan for Tuesday, expect a slightly reduced UV index of 7 due to cloud cover, but still with a burn time of 20 minutes. Make sure to use sunscreen and seek shade during peak hours!
Monday: Partly cloudy skies with a high of 97 degrees and a low of 72 degrees. Tuesday: Expect partly cloudy conditions again, with the temperature reaching a high of 97 degrees and cooling to 69 degrees overnight. Wednesday: More partly cloudy weather with a daytime high of 96 degrees and a low of 69 degrees. Thursday: Mostly clear with the sun out more, reaching a high of 94 degrees and a low of 70 degrees. Friday: Partly sunny skies along with a slight dip in temperature, reaching 90 degrees during the day and dropping to 68 degrees at night. Saturday: Back to partly cloudy with highs around 93 degrees and lows near 69 degrees. Sunday: Wrapping up the week with partly cloudy conditions and a high of 95 degrees, cooling to a low of 70 at night. Hope you have a fantastic week ahead!