The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City is forecasting a week filled with the potential for rain, storms, and even a sprinkle of snow dusting by the end of the week, offering an early taste of winter's unpredictable whimsy. According to the latest update, the Salt Lake City area can expect mostly cloudy skies today with a slight chance of rain in the late afternoon. The temperature is lukewarm, hovering in the low 50s, but that southeastern breeze might have you pulling your collar a bit tighter, especially with a wind chill that knows how to nip.
For those plotting evening escapades, keep an umbrella at hand. "Rain likely, mainly after 8 pm," reports the National Weather Service, pegging the chance of precipitation at a formidable 70% tonight. The southeast wind persists, though it's unlikely to cut through the humidity and drizzles that are expected to develop. So, if it's a cozy café or a night in with Netflix, tonight's an evening to embrace the indoors.
Don't look for respite come Sunday, rain is predicted to start around 11 am, turning into showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 pm. The NWS hints at an 80% chance of precipitation, with a nearly identical forecast for Monday. South winds continue to govern, lightly gusting between 3 and 10 mph throughout both days. If you have any lawn ornaments that are particularly skittish of thunder, perhaps it's time to bring them in for the duration.
Peeking into next week, Tuesday will offer a brief intermission from the dampness with just a 30 percent chance of rain, mainly before 11 am, and partly sunny skies, a glimmer of hope in a wet forecast. But by Wednesday, the clouds are back in business, full-time, bringing rain most likely after 11 am. The nighttime might bring a mix, as "a chance of rain and snow" enters the conversation, according to the NWS, setting the tone for a chilly end to the week. Thursday and Friday are looking to keep the cold coming, with temperatures taking a dive and a chance of snow painting the city in shades of frosty white.
