Experiencing a mix of high temperatures and sunny days, Salt Lake City is truly sizzling this week. Check out what the weather looks like across the Southwest region!

This week, Salt Lake City is showcasing a mix of mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies with temperatures peaking at 95 degrees. In the broader Southwest, areas like Phoenix are hitting highs of 106 degrees, while coastal regions like Los Angeles enjoy cooler breezes at 79 degrees. Don’t miss out on our full 7-day forecast for insights on what to expect weather-wise in your area! The Southwest region is seeing a considerable concentration of rainfall centered around the Phoenix area, with scattered rain showers extending towards Flagstaff. Las Vegas remains dry, providing clear conditions amidst the surrounding weather activity. Light rain is visible creeping up towards northern Arizona, indicating potential showers for Ely later in the day. Coastal California cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco continue to experience clear skies, allowing for pleasantly sunny conditions.
This afternoon in Salt Lake City sees temperatures climbing to a high of 95 degrees by 6 PM, with mostly sunny skies. Winds are expected from the west at 8 miles per hour, increasing slightly to 9 miles per hour by the early evening. Skies transition to partly cloudy as the day progresses. By 8 PM, temperatures gently ease back to 94 degrees with mostly sunny conditions.
Today, the Southwest is sizzling with high temperatures across the region. Phoenix leads the pack at a scorching 101 degrees, while Las Vegas will see a high of 96. In California, Bakersfield hits 99 degrees and Fresno is close behind at 98. Cooler coastal temperatures are expected, with San Diego reaching 77 degrees and Los Angeles at 79. Flagstaff, on the other hand, remains much cooler at just 71 degrees.
Tonight, Los Angeles will see a low of 62 degrees, while San Diego cools down to 65. In the Inland Empire, Riverside is expected to drop to 60 degrees, and in the desert, Las Vegas will experience a low of 79. Flagstaff will be significantly cooler at 53 degrees as cold air moves in across the region.
Tomorrow, high temperatures in the Southwest will soar, with Phoenix reaching a scorching 106 degrees. Las Vegas is expected to hit 98 degrees, showcasing a persistent heat trend across the region. In California, Bakersfield and Fresno will both experience highs around 99 degrees, while Los Angeles remains slightly cooler at 78 degrees. San Francisco will be much cooler at just 64 degrees, providing a sharp contrast.
A dry and sunny day is anticipated for the Southwest with temperatures ranging in the mid to upper 80s across the region. An isolated high-pressure system dominates, keeping conditions stable and skies mostly clear. However, a weak disturbance may bring isolated showers over portions of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico late in the day. While the risk for severe weather is minimal, localized gusty winds and brief heavy rainfall can’t be ruled out.
Salt Lake City’s UV index will be very high at 9 on both Thursday and Friday, with a burn time of just 15 minutes. Ensure sunscreen and protective clothing are part of your plans if outdoors.