Residents of Salt Lake City, brace yourselves for a swing in weather patterns as we head into a new week. According to the National Weather Service, expect an eclectic mix of sunny skies, potential showers, and even snow as the city rides through a rollercoaster of climatic changes. The forecast for today shows a slight chance of showers with a 40 percent likelihood of thunderstorms cropping up in the afternoon as winds pick up speed, gusting as high as 43 mph.
Stepping into tonight, there's a 20 percent chance the city might catch some showers before the storms clear out. With winds remaining steadfast, residents should enjoy a mostly clear night, albeit with persistent gusts. The NWS predicts winds at around 15 mph and could reach up to 40 mph. Considering the unpredictability of May weather, it’s advised for locals to keep an umbrella close for the random sprinkle.
Looking forward to Monday, the sun reclaims the sky, pushing temperatures up near 66 degrees while still maintaining a breezy demeanor. The south wind will persist, ushering in gusts that could edge close to 47 mph, exceeding the vigor of today’s squalls. Monday night will once again usher in a clear sky with temperatures dipping to the upper 30s, accompanied by persistent, strong southwesterly winds.
By Tuesday, the skies above Salt Lake City take a chilly turn with snow showers likely to occur past noon. While accumulation is expected to be light with less than one inch, the NWS warns of a 60 percent chance of precipitation. As the week progresses, Wednesday heightens the likelihood of snow showers to 80 percent, with the potential for both snowfall and thunder to punctuate the midweek.
As we head towards the weekend, Thursday offers a reprieve with more sunshine, though snow showers may return in the afternoon, the blend of weather elements persists. By the time Friday rolls in, residents can look forward to mostly sunny conditions before the cycle seemingly resets, with another chance of rain and snow showers as Saturday rolls in. As the city oscillates between spring and winter, keep an eye on the sky and perhaps a coat within reach.
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