Explore the latest weather trends in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas! From evening chills to daytime sizzles, Meteorologist Amy Freeze covers it all.

Greetings from Salt Lake City! Meteorologist Amy Freeze here with your detailed forecast for Salt Lake City and a glimpse into the broader Southwest. This evening promises partly cloudy skies in Salt Lake City with a cooling trend overnight. Meanwhile, our neighbors face a spectrum of weather from rain showers in northern California to dry, clear skies in Southern California. Expect a mix of conditions, from chilly evenings in Flagstaff to warm days in Vegas. Dive deep into the weather details and prepare for the week ahead with our comprehensive 7-day forecast.
Rain showers are currently moving through northern Nevada, with Ely experiencing consistent precipitation. In the Sierra Nevada, light rain is prevalent around Reno, extending into the nearby mountainous regions. Redding is also experiencing rain showers as they move through the northern part of California. The central part of California, including cities like Fresno and Bakersfield, remains dry with clear skies. Los Angeles and San Diego enjoy dry conditions under clear skies, providing a pleasant day across Southern California.
In Salt Lake City this evening, temperatures will gradually decrease from 65 degrees at 9 PM to 58 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will shift from the northwest to the east, ranging from 6 to 5 miles per hour as the night progresses.
Tonight in the Southwest, we’ll see some chilly lows as cold air moves in. Flagstaff drops to 39 degrees, while Ely is expected to hit a frosty 32 degrees. Las Vegas will remain mild at 64 degrees, but watch for cooler temperatures as it drops to 48. In Southern California, Los Angeles will cool down to 55 degrees, with San Diego forecasted at a comfortable 57 degrees.
High temperatures tomorrow will soar, Las Vegas heats up to 86 degrees. Bakersfield is forecasted to reach 81 degrees, with Fresno slightly cooler at 77 degrees. Los Angeles will experience a pleasant day at 64 degrees, with coastal areas like San Diego remaining around 63 degrees.
A dry and sunny day is expected across most of the Southwest, with temperatures rising to comfortable levels. However, some regions in Northern California are gearing up for rain showers through the day tomorrow, while Southern California might experience occasional showers, particularly in the San Bernardino Valley. With the potential for heavy rain, expect slick roads in these areas. The weather remains mostly tranquil elsewhere, providing a perfect day for outdoor activities in the desert regions.
Today and tomorrow in Salt Lake City, the UV index is moderate at 5, indicating a burn time of about 27 minutes under clear skies.
For the 7-day forecast in Salt Lake City: Friday: Partly cloudy with a high of 66 degrees and a low of 50 degrees. Saturday: Expect rain with temperatures reaching a high of 71 degrees and a low of 44 degrees. Sunday: Mostly cloudy skies prevail with a high of 53 degrees and a low of 41 degrees. Monday: Enjoy a mostly clear day with highs around 58 degrees, dipping to 43 degrees at night. Tuesday: Bright and sunny with temperatures peaking at 69 degrees and a nighttime low of 49 degrees. Wednesday: Clear skies with a high of 75 degrees and a low of 54 degrees. Thursday: Another sunny day with clear conditions, reaching a high of 79 degrees and a low of 55 degrees.