Salt Lake City is getting a sneak preview of spring on Sunday, Feb. 8, with sunny skies and unseasonably warm air settling over the valley. Early-morning readings at the KSLC station showed clear skies and about 39°F, with the afternoon expected to top out near 61°F on a light southerly breeze. Temperatures should ease back into the upper 50s late in the day, more like a mild April afternoon than mid‑February.
Afternoon and Tonight
Mostly sunny conditions are expected to hold through the afternoon, with south winds around 3 to 7 mph helping nudge the high toward 61°F, then clouds begin to creep in overnight. A chance of light rain develops early Monday (after about 5 a.m.), with lows near 39°F and overnight temperatures edging up toward roughly 42°F. The evening should stay mostly dry, but an umbrella is a smart move if you have early Monday plans, according to the National Weather Service.
Midweek System Could Bring Rain and Mountain Snow
The quiet pattern does not last long. A more active setup moves in Tuesday into Wednesday with increasing chances for precipitation across northern Utah. Forecasters say there is a greater-than-50% chance many northern Utah spots will see at least a quarter-inch of precipitation between Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and the Bear River Range, western Uinta Mountains, and upper Cottonwoods have about a 60% chance of 6 inches or more of snow between Tuesday morning and late Wednesday night. Valley rain totals are expected to be on the lighter side, but higher terrain could pick up enough snow to complicate canyon travel, as outlined in the NWS forecast discussion.
Plan for Canyons and Commutes
Enjoy the sunny, mild Sunday while it lasts, because a wetter, cooler stretch later in the week could slow canyon commutes and put a damper on mountain recreation plans. No watches or warnings are in effect right now, but that could change as systems arrive from Tuesday to Wednesday, so it is worth checking canyon cameras and transit updates before heading up. For official timing and details, consult NWS Salt Lake City and local transportation agencies before traveling into the high country.
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