Amy Freeze brings you the latest weather details for the Southwest, including Salt Lake City’s clear skies and unexpected showers across Southern Utah. Dive into the full weather roundup!

Join meteorologist Amy Freeze for an in-depth look at the Southwest’s weather conditions. From Salt Lake City’s pleasant 63℉ evening to the drop to 27℉ in Ely, we cover all the details. Plus, learn about the incoming storm system expected to bring widespread rain and possible flash floods. Full details in our comprehensive blog post.
The radar shows scattered showers across southern Utah, extending into areas near Cedar City, with precipitation also reaching Ely. In northern California, Redding is witnessing light rain, and the surrounding areas are expecting some storm activity moving southeast. In Nevada, Las Vegas remains dry with clear skies, while to the northwest near Reno, there is some light cloud cover. The higher elevations of Northern Arizona, including Flagstaff, have a hint of showers. Coastal cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles enjoy clear conditions.
This evening in Salt Lake City, temperatures start at 63 degrees by 9 PM, cooling to 56 degrees by 1 AM. Expect scattered thunderstorms early in the evening, shifting to showers later in the night. Winds will change direction from west-northwest at 10 miles per hour to southeast at 5 miles per hour. Keep an umbrella handy and be prepared for wet conditions as the night progresses.
Tonight in the Southwest, Las Vegas will see a low of 64 degrees, while Flagstaff drops down to 35 degrees, marking a notable drop in temperatures. Expect San Diego to be slightly warmer at 55 degrees, with Los Angeles close behind at 54. Over in Fresno, temperatures will settle at 56 degrees, while San Francisco dips to 52 degrees. In contrast, Ely is experiencing a significant cold snap with lows plummeting to 27 degrees.
Tomorrow Phoenix will see a high of 88 degrees, while Las Vegas is set to reach 84 degrees. In California, Fresno will enjoy a warm 83 degrees, with Bakersfield not far behind at 82. Coastal cities like Los Angeles and San Diego will be cooler, hitting highs of 69 and 67 degrees respectively.
A strong low-pressure system is set to bring widespread rain and thunderstorms to Southwest areas tomorrow. Expect moderate to heavy showers, particularly over higher terrain from northern Arizona to southern Nevada. A risk of flash flooding is present in those areas due to intense rainfall rates. Gusty winds accompany the storm system, with temperatures dipping in the evening hours. Coastal regions, including parts of Southern California, should prepare for breezy conditions and light rain showers.
In Salt Lake City, the UV index will remain moderate this weekend, with a value of 4 on both Saturday and Sunday. Due to the expected weather, the burn time is roughly 35 minutes in direct sunlight. Anticipate cloud cover and possible rain, which should help reduce sun exposure risks. Always consider using sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
Saturday: Thunderstorms are expected with a high of 70 degrees and a low of 45 degrees. Sunday: Partly cloudy skies with a high reaching 52 degrees and a low of 39 degrees. Monday: Clear and sunny, warming up to a high of 55 degrees, with a nighttime low of 42. Tuesday: Another clear day with temperatures peaking at 67 degrees and dipping to 48 degrees. Wednesday: Mostly clear with the high climbing to 73 degrees and a low of 53. Thursday: Partly cloudy skies with a pleasant high of 79 degrees and a low of 56. Friday: Partly cloudy conditions continue with the temperature reaching a high of 80 degrees and a low of 55.