Join Amy Freeze as she covers the varied weather patterns across the Southwest – from clear skies in Salt Lake City to storm warnings in Northern California.

Greetings from Amy Freeze with a detailed weather update for the Southwest. As we experience partly cloudy skies in Salt Lake City and watch rain showers approach Northern California, stay tuned for weather changes. We’ll cover everything from potential snow in Reno to mild, perfect outdoor weather in Southern California, along with the 7-day outlook for Salt Lake City, including sunny highs and chilly nights. Don’t miss our full report: https://amyfreeze.ai/
On the Regional Radar, precipitation is making its approach from the Pacific, with rain showers moving toward the northern California coast, around Redding. This rain offers a refreshing pause amidst dry conditions. As the system moves inland, expect the potential for snow in the higher elevations around Reno and Ely. Farther south, Nevada’s Southland, including Las Vegas, enjoys dry conditions. The area around Fresno and Bakersfield remains relatively calm, with no active precipitation observed. In contrast, Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego, experiences mild, clear weather, perfect for outdoor activities. In Arizona, Flagstaff could see some light snow showers, making for a chilly evening, while Phoenix stays dry under clear skies. Looking farther north, Salt Lake City maintains its dry spell, with no significant weather events at this time.
This evening in Salt Lake City, enjoy clear skies and a light breeze. Temperatures will transition from 57 degrees at 8 PM, cooling down to 46 degrees by midnight. Winds from the northwest at 6 mph early in the evening will shift to the east-southeast at a similar speed as the night progresses.
Tonight in the Southwest, temperatures are set to drop significantly, bringing colder air to many key cities. Ely will feel the chill at just 37 degrees, while Flagstaff is expected to see a frigid low of 34. Las Vegas will maintain a warmer night at 61 degrees, and Phoenix will also stay mild at 61. Meanwhile, Cedar City will cool down to 45 degrees. In California, Fresno will see a low of 52, Bakersfield at 55, and San Francisco dipping to 50.
Here’s the regional high temperature rundown for the Southwest this Monday: In Phoenix, temperatures will climb to a sizzling 88 degrees—well above average for this time of year. Las Vegas will also experience significant warmth, hitting 86 degrees. Further north, Ely reaches a comfortable 68 degrees, while Cedar City will see a cooler high of 66 degrees. San Diego enjoys 72 degrees, and Los Angeles warms up to 72 as well. Fresno and Bakersfield will feel the heat, with highs of 79 and 82 degrees respectively. Up in San Francisco, temperatures remain cooler, reaching only 61 degrees.
A cold front approaches the Southwest tomorrow, bringing a mix of rain and potential for severe weather. Expect the heaviest precipitation along coastal areas of California, with rain bands moving inland. The San Francisco Bay Area could experience heavy downpours and gusty winds, which may lead to tricky traveling conditions. Temperatures will remain cool, particularly along the coast. As the system progresses, expect it to push farther inland by Wednesday, affecting parts of Nevada and Arizona with scattered showers and potential thunderstorms. Be alert for weather advisories and keep prepared as the system develops over the next 24 to 48 hours.
The UV index in Salt Lake City will be 6 on both Sunday and Monday, with burn times of about 23 minutes in direct sunlight.
For the 7-day outlook in Salt Lake City: Sunday: Clear skies with a daytime high of 59 degrees, dipping to 40 at night. Monday: Mostly cloudy conditions with temperatures reaching 69 degrees and a low of 49. Tuesday: Partly cloudy with a high near 65 degrees and a low of 45. Wednesday: Expect clear skies with highs around 65 degrees and a cool nighttime low of 44. Thursday: Warmer with clear skies, peaking at 74 degrees during the day and cooling down to 52 at night. Friday: Mostly sunny, warming up to a high of 79 degrees, with a low of 57. Saturday: Partly cloudy with temperatures reaching a high of 76 degrees and a nighttime low of 48.