Breaking through the morning chill, Salt Lake City begins the day clear and cold, with temperatures slowly climbing. According to the National Weather Service, the current reading as of 6:54 AM MST is 28°F, with a calm southeast wind. The barometric pressure is 30.11 inches, and humidity levels are high at 79 percent. Visibility remains unfettered, stretching to a clear 10 miles. For those bracing the outdoors, the wind chill factor nudges the mercury down to 21°F.
The forecast for today heralds a sunny sky, with the afternoon temperatures expected to peak at a comfortable 56°F. The NWS notes a calm wind will evolve into a northwest breeze at around 5 mph later in the day. The evening ushers in a change, with clouds gathering and a low hovering around 36°F. Peaceful conditions will be maintained, with prevailing northwest winds calming once evening falls.
As the weekend progresses, residents of Salt Lake City can anticipate an increase in cloud cover on Sunday, with daytime highs expected to reach a more balmy 63°F. Winds will keep their light and variable character before adopting a southerly direction in the afternoon, teetering at 5 to 8 mph. The NWS forecasts that rain may follow this buildup of clouds, placing the chances at 40 percent post-11 PM, with accompanying southeast breezes and an overnight low of 38°F.
Monday's agenda features rain, primarily after the midmorning mark, and temperatures will be capping at 50°F. Winds plan to shift from south southeast to west southwest as the day matures according to the NWS. Precipitation probabilities jump notably to 80 percent. Come Monday night, the skies entertain the likelihood of continued rain, with a potential cameo by snow. Temperatures will again stoop to 35°F, yet major snow accumulation isn't expected.
The rhythm of the week continues with a persistent chance of rain and snow interludes, particularly evident on Tuesday and Wednesday. Amidst mostly cloudy skies, the NWS predicts a modest high near 46°F on Tuesday, with a 50 percent shot at precipitation but negligible snowfall accumulation. The rollercoaster-like forecast from NWS anticipates similar conditions stretching into the latter half of the week, suggesting residents should keep their umbrellas close and their winter coats closer.
