Salt Lake City Evenings: Cool Temps and Starry Skies
By
Amy Freeze
Explore the enchanting evenings of Salt Lake City with a detailed weekly weather forecast and insights into the Southwest's diverse climate.
Experience the magic of Salt Lake City’s evenings with cool temperatures and clear, star-studded skies. Dive into our detailed report to plan your week according to the weather.
This week, Salt Lake City offers more than just a break from the summer heat, it provides a gateway to the stars. Enjoy cool evenings with temperatures pleasantly dropping for perfect night strolls or backyard stargazing sessions. Discover how weather contrasts within the Southwest can impact your plans, from scorching days in Phoenix to mild breezes in San Diego. Prepare for the coming days with our comprehensive 7-day outlook catered specifically for Salt Lake City residents and visitors.
In the Southwest region, light rain showers are gracing the California coastline, particularly around Los Angeles and San Francisco, providing some welcome moisture. Travelers heading through Flagstaff should keep an eye out for potential light rain, enhancing the coolness of the area. Las Vegas remains dry as clear conditions prevail across the region. Areas like Ely and Cedar City are also experiencing dry conditions, with clouds staying away for now.
This evening in Salt Lake City, temperatures will gradually decrease, starting at 92 degrees at 9 PM and dipping to 78 degrees by 1 AM. Skies will remain clear, with a gentle breeze as winds shift from SSW at 10 miles per hour to SE at 8 miles per hour by late evening. Expect a pleasant, calm night under clear skies, perfect for stargazing or an evening stroll.
Tonight, low temperatures in the Southwest will see notable drops, with Ely plunging to a chilly 47 degrees. Flagstaff will also experience a low of 55 degrees, providing a brisk evening. Meanwhile, Las Vegas remains relatively warmer at 77 degrees, while further west, San Francisco cools down to 55 degrees. Expect Los Angeles to settle at a mild 61 degrees, setting the stage for a cooler morning across the region.
Tomorrow in Phoenix, prepare for a sizzling high of 113 degrees, well above average for this time of year. Las Vegas will also be hot, reaching 106 degrees, continuing the trend of warmer conditions across the Southwest. In contrast, Los Angeles sees more moderate temperatures at 80 degrees, while Bakersfield and Fresno both warm up to 96 degrees. San Francisco remains cooler with a high of 66 degrees, indicative of coastal influences. Expect temperatures to be significantly elevated in the interior regions due to a strong ridge of high pressure influencing the weather pattern.
In the Southwest, expect mostly clear skies and warm temperatures through the day. A high-pressure system will dominate, keeping conditions dry and sunny from Southern California across to Arizona. However, the Pacific Northwest will see cloudier skies as a cold front approaches, bringing potential showers late into the day. Temperatures will remain seasonal with no severe weather threats anticipated over the next 24 to 48 hours. Keep an eye on the Pacific moisture making its way inland, which could lead to abrupt weather changes midweek.
Salt Lake City’s UV index is very high at 9 today, with a burn time around 15 minutes in direct sunlight. It’s crucial to limit your time outside between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to avoid the intense UV rays. Please remember to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen and wear protective clothing to stay safe!
For the 7-day outlook in Salt Lake City:
Sunday: Clear skies with a high of 94 degrees, dipping to a low of 68 degrees.
Monday: Mostly clear and slightly warmer with a high reaching 97 degrees and a low of 71 degrees.
Tuesday: Expect sunny conditions, the high will be around 98 degrees, with a low of 69 degrees.
Wednesday: Partly cloudy skies with temperatures peaking at 96 degrees and dropping to 70 degrees overnight.
Thursday: Expect partly cloudy conditions, with a high of 95 degrees and a low of 69 degrees.
Friday: Mostly clear skies with daytime temperatures rising to 93 degrees, and cooling down to 68 degrees at night.
Saturday: Ending the week with mostly clear conditions; a high of 92 degrees and a low of 67 degrees.
Hope that helps! Stay hydrated in the heat!