The weather forecast for Salt Lake City today indicates increasing clouds with temperatures reaching up to 46 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. The calm south winds of 3 to 5 mph this morning are just a prelude for the potential rain and snow mix expected later tonight. With an 80% chance of precipitation and an anticipated low of around 36 degrees, city dwellers should be ready for wet conditions, though snow accumulations are forecasted to be minimal.
According to the National Weather Service, tonight's commingling mix of rain and snow is predicted to change completely to rain after 2 am. Southsoutheast winds will maintain a steady 6 mph, with little to no snow accumulation expected, the NWS says. As pockets of cold air get wrapped up in a blanket before 2 am tonight, residents may be taken by surprise by the sudden shift to rain.
Looking ahead into the week, the NWS advises that Tuesday will see rain throughout the day, with a 100% chance of precipitation and highs hovering near a consistent 45 degrees. As the wind changes direction in the afternoon from light and variable to southwest around 5 mph, rain becomes the constant companion for the day.
Into Tuesday night, the rain is scheduled to continue until 11 pm, followed by potential rain and snow combination. The temperature is expected to drop to around 33 degrees with calm winds transitioning from west to southwest at around 5 mph. Even though the chance of precipitation remains high at 90%, the NWS has stated little to no snow is likely to gather, painting a wet rather than a white picture for the city streets.
Midweek forecasts call for a 40% chance of snow on Wednesday, with mostly cloudy skies and peak temperatures near 39 degrees. Light northwest winds will carry forth through the day. The NWS points out that there will be "little or no snow accumulation expected" once again, suggesting an inkling of snowfall that will likely not settle.
The outlook for Thanksgiving Day seems rather pleasant, with a sunny high near 39 degrees. As families and friends gather to celebrate the holiday, evening temperatures will dip to around 22 degrees under mostly clear skies. The clear conditions will continue into the weekend, with consistent sunny days and nighttime lows in the low 20s.
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