Salt Lakers are getting a midwinter treat this Sunday, with bright skies, light winds, and afternoon temperatures headed for the mid-50s. That sunshine is not going anywhere fast, either, setting up several dry days in a row across the Wasatch Front for errands, hikes, and any excuse to stay outside a little longer.
High Pressure Keeps Things Dry
A stout ridge of high pressure is building over the Great Basin and putting a firm lid on any storm activity in the coming days. According to the National Weather Service, this setup will keep the atmosphere dry and stable while nudging daytime temperatures roughly 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit above normal in many valley spots and cutting down on ventilation.
Daytime Highs, Cool Nights
Sunday’s high should land near 56 degrees, with most valley locations sliding into the low 50s for daytime highs Monday through Wednesday. By late week, afternoons are expected to rebound back into the mid-50s, while overnight lows generally dip to the low 30s. Winds stay on the tame side, only a few miles per hour, so commutes and outdoor plans should have little to worry about from the weather.
Haze Potential And The Next Storm
The flip side of that weak flow and warm air aloft is the potential for some haze to settle in by midweek, especially in lower-lying neighborhoods where it tends to linger. Ensemble guidance points to a deeper trough digging into the West around February 9 to 10, which looks like the next realistic shot at widespread precipitation. For timing and more details, check the latest discussion from the National Weather Service.
