The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has given Utahns a heads-up about the weather conditions they can expect over the next few days. In what looks like a roller coaster of weather patterns, today's clear skies and sunshine with a high near 79 degrees will give way to isolated showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 3 a.m. tonight, although the chance of precipitation is sitting at a low 20%. The calm before the storm could see winds turning northwest at 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon.
Looking ahead, the National Weather Service predicts that Tuesday will bring sunny skies with a high near 77, and that pattern is expected to hold steady through the week, with calm winds becoming northwest at a similar speed in the afternoons. However, with a low around 56 tonight, folks out late should plan for the potential of unexpected precipitation, despite the overall low chances. As reported by the National Weather Service, Wednesday's forecast is a sunny one with a high near 78, and nighttime lows staying comfortably in the mid-50s.
The remainder of the week continues in the same vein, with Thursday and Friday forecasted for sunny highs of 82 and 85, respectively. The nights will likely cool down to the high 50s, providing a refreshing break from the daytime heat. On the night of Friday, however, there's a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after midnight, hinting at a potentially wet weekend start.
As Saturday rolls around, with a high near 84, a similar slight chance of showers and thunderstorms could make outdoor activities a gamble, according to forecasts. And while the sun is expected to remain mostly out of hiding throughout the weekend, those looking to enjoy their Sunday outdoors should keep an eye out for potential thunderstorms, with the high again near a warm 84 degrees. For reliable late evening plans on Saturday night, partly cloudy skies with a low around 61 might require a light jacket for comfort, with the slight risk of rain thrown into the mix.
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