As Salt Lake City experiences a sunny afternoon with temperatures reaching the high 90s, the entire Southwest sees scorching highs, forecasting a heated week ahead. Dig into today’s weather outlook with our detailed report.

This is your complete forecast guide for Salt Lake City and the Southwest as of July 14, 2025. From cloudy skies to scattered showers in some parts to predominantly sunny and extremely hot days, this comprehensive update provides all you need to know about the current weather patterns. Discover precautions for the intense UV rays with a UV index of 9, and stay informed with our future 7-day outlook, forecasting partly cloudy to clear skies. Visit the blog for more detailed daily updates and insightful tips on staying cool and hydrated. [Read more on our blog](https://amyfreeze.ai/). Cloudy skies and scattered rain showers are making their presence known in eastern New Mexico near Albuquerque, turning toward dry and warmer conditions as you head west into Arizona. Clear skies are prevalent across the majority of Arizona, including Phoenix, promising a sunny day ahead. Light rain showers are developing around Flagstaff, offering a brief respite from otherwise dry conditions. The California coast stands mostly clear, with a few clouds making their way toward the Central Valley region, while Reno and Ely experience consistent cloud cover without any precipitation.
Expect a sunny afternoon in Salt Lake City with temperatures peaking around 97 degrees by 6 PM. Winds from the northwest will be maintaining a gentle presence at about 10 miles per hour throughout the afternoon. The clear skies promise abundant sunshine, making it a warm day ideal for indoor activities to beat the heat. Temperatures will slightly ease to 96 degrees by 8 PM, so stay hydrated and enjoy the summer sunshine!
In the Southwest, we’re seeing some intense heat today. Las Vegas tops the chart with a scorching high of 112 degrees, while Phoenix isn’t far behind at 108 degrees. Bakersfield warms up to a blistering 106, making it one of the hottest spots in California. San Francisco experiences a stark contrast with a much cooler high of 65 degrees, providing a pleasant escape. Meanwhile, Flagstaff remains comfortable at 87 degrees, offering a cooler alternative for those looking to beat the heat.
Tonight, low temperatures in the Southwest will drop significantly, with Redding at 68 degrees and San Francisco cooling to 55. Las Vegas is expected to remain warmer at 82 degrees, while nearby Cedar City will see a low of 65. Flagstaff drops to 58, and expect a cool 62 in Los Angeles.
Tomorrow in the Southwest, high temperatures are soaring, with Las Vegas reaching a scorching 109 degrees. Phoenix isn’t far behind at 107 degrees, signaling a warm trend for the region. Bakersfield will experience similar heat with a high of 105 degrees, while Fresno sees a temperature of 103 degrees. Coastal areas like San Diego will enjoy a cooler 75 degrees, providing some relief from the intense heat inland. Notably, these temperatures are above average for this time of year, driven by a high-pressure system dominating the region.
A high pressure system will bring sunny and warm conditions across Southwest tomorrow, with highs reaching the mid to upper 90s°F in desert areas. Coastal regions of Southern California, however, could experience morning marine clouds clearing by afternoon. Afternoon showers and isolated thunderstorms may develop over the higher terrain of Arizona and New Mexico, mainly the mountains, due to daytime heating. No severe weather is currently expected. Expect this pattern to continue into the next day with gradual warming into the weekend.
The UV index in Salt Lake City reaches a very high level of 9 both Monday and Tuesday, leading to a burn time of just 15 minutes in direct sunlight. Use sunscreen and protective clothing to help mitigate the strong sun exposure!