Get ready for a detailed forecast for Salt Lake City as Meteorologist Amy Freeze walks us through what to expect in the skies and on the ground. From morning clouds to soaring midday temperatures and crucial UV Index info, we’ve got all you need to plan your day.

In Salt Lake City, the morning will delight you with partly cloudy skies and a gentle breeze. As noon approaches, expect mostly sunny skies with a pleasing ascent in temperature, set against a backdrop of a tranquil Southwest landscape. Meteorologist Amy Freeze brings her expert analysis on regional weather patterns affecting Nevada and Arizona, an update on the UV index, and tailored advice for outdoor activities amidst fluctuating temperatures from city to valley. Visit our blog at https://amyfreeze.ai/ for further details and daily updates.
The regional radar shows a band of rain moving southeast through Nevada, affecting areas like Ely and Cedar City, where precipitation is currently active. The coastal areas like San Francisco and Los Angeles are experiencing clearer skies, providing respite from wet conditions. In the higher elevations around Flagstaff, a few clouds linger. The severe weather markers remain off the radar screen currently, suggesting a break from intense weather events. Denver remains in calm conditions without significant precipitation on the horizon.
Tomorrow morning in Salt Lake City starts with partly cloudy skies and a temperature of 60 degrees at 8 AM, with light east-southeast winds at 7 mph. By 10 AM, temperatures rise to 64 degrees with continued partly cloudy conditions and winds shifting slightly to the southeast at 6 mph. Expect mostly sunny skies by noon, as temperatures climb to 70 degrees with a gentle breeze from the south-southeast at 4 mph.
Tomorrow, high temperatures soar across the Southwest, with Phoenix leading the way at a scorching 102 degrees. Las Vegas is set for a hot 96 degrees, while Bakersfield reaches 98. Farther west, Fresno will see a high of 96 degrees, and Los Angeles enjoys a milder 73.
A weak cold front is making its way across the Southwest, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms primarily in eastern Arizona and New Mexico throughout the day. While no severe weather is expected, these storms could bring brief gusty winds and localized heavy rainfall. Temperatures remain warm, with highs reaching the upper 80s to low 90s across the region.
UV index in Salt Lake City is high at 8 on Thursday with a burn time of about 17 minutes, so it’s important to wear sunscreen and protective clothing if you’re spending time outdoors. On Friday, the UV index increases to 9, with a quicker burn time of 15 minutes.
For Salt Lake City’s 7-day forecast: Thursday: Partly cloudy with a high of 79 degrees and a low of 58 degrees. Friday: Mostly clear skies are expected, warming up to 82 degrees with a low of 59 degrees. Saturday: Clear and sunny, with temperatures reaching 88 degrees and cooling to 63 degrees at night. Sunday: Another clear day, the high will be 91 degrees with an overnight low of 63 degrees. Monday: Partly cloudy, the day will see temperatures up to 93 degrees and a low of 66 degrees. Tuesday: Partly cloudy again with another high of 93 degrees and a nighttime low of 66 degrees. Wednesday: Partly cloudy, slightly cooler with a high of 87 degrees and a low of 61 degrees.