Hot and dry with a dash of rain! Read our latest blog post on the fluctuating temperatures and weather conditions in Salt Lake City and the surrounding Southwest region.

Experiencing dynamic weather? Salt Lake City and its neighbors are under a weather spell, with everything from mid-90s warmth to occasional soothing showers across the Southwest. This detailed blog post delves into the daily weather nuances from extreme heat to surprising rainfall, guiding you through each day with expert insights. Follow along to understand the high-pressure impact and the monsoon moisture likely to affect Arizona and New Mexico. Just 15 minutes under the sun could have significant effects, so staying updated is crucial. The Southwest is experiencing diverse weather patterns today. In Northern California, Redding is seeing a bout of rain showers, which extend down through San Francisco, offering some relief to dry areas. In the mountains near Flagstaff. Las Vegas and Phoenix continue to enjoy dry and clear conditions.
Temperatures in Salt Lake City this afternoon will reach into the mid-90s, peaking at 96 degrees by 6 PM. Expect sunny skies and a steady breeze from the south-southwest around 10 mph, shifting to the northwest at 9 mph by 8 PM.
Today’s high temperatures in the Southwest are on the rise. Phoenix is sizzling with a high of 112 degrees, making it one of the warmest spots in the region. Las Vegas follows closely behind at 105 degrees, while Flagstaff remains relatively cooler with a high of 87. In California, Bakersfield and Fresno both hit 96 degrees, and San Francisco is markedly cooler at just 66 degrees.
Tonight, temperatures in the Southwest will dip significantly, with Las Vegas expected to reach a low of 75 degrees. Flagstaff will be cooler at 55 degrees, while San Diego settles at 63 degrees. In contrast, Bakersfield will maintain a warmer night at 71 degrees.
Tomorrow in Phoenix, expect a scorching high of 111 degrees, significantly above average for this time of year. Las Vegas will also experience extreme heat with highs reaching 106 degrees. In Bakersfield, temperatures will climb to a warm 99 degrees, while Fresno will hit 98 degrees. Over in San Diego, a cooler day is anticipated with a high of 78 degrees. San Francisco remains mild at 65 degrees, highlighting the contrasting temperatures across the region.
A high-pressure system ushers in hot and dry conditions across the Southwest tomorrow, with temperatures soaring into the triple digits in areas like Phoenix and Las Vegas. Coastal regions in Southern California should be on alert for dense morning fog before sunny skies prevail. By Tuesday evening, monsoon moisture creeps into southern Arizona and parts of New Mexico, bringing isolated thunderstorms and a chance of flash flooding. As the week progresses, expect the heat to persist while remaining relatively dry in the desert Southwest.
In Salt Lake City, both Monday and Tuesday will have a UV index of 9, indicating very high UV exposure with a burn time of just 15 minutes.