Salt Lake City International woke up to crystal-clear skies and a brisk 28°F this morning, with a light east‑northeast breeze and solid visibility. Sunshine is set to take over today and stick around through the weekend, turning that late‑winter bite into a stretch that feels a lot more like spring. In other words, it is a good one for errands, lower-elevation hikes and just hanging out outside around the valley.
Weekend Warm‑Up
High pressure building off the West Coast will steadily raise temperatures, keeping conditions sunny and dry across the valley through Monday. That is a sharp turn from the storm threat on the table earlier this week. You can revisit the timing and setup in our earlier storm outlook, per Hoodline. For most neighborhoods, this pattern shift means milder afternoons and overnight lows that are slightly less severe.
Forecast Details And Gusts
The National Weather Service forecast calls for valley highs around 49°F on Saturday, climbing to about 58°F on Sunday and peaking near 65°F on Monday, before a dry cold front clips northern Utah on Tuesday. That front is not expected to wring out much precipitation, but it will drag in some punchy west‑to‑northwest winds along exposed ridgelines and into parts of northern Utah and southwest Wyoming, with gusts over 40 mph possible. The National Weather Service also notes that "localized downslope and gap winds over 40 mph can be expected in Washington County tonight."
What To Expect On The Roads
Valley roads should stay dry, so day-to-day commutes will not see major weather headaches, aside from chilly starts before the midday warm-up kicks in. If you are heading into the canyons or up to the ski areas, keep a close eye on winds and any road-crew work. Stronger gusts on ridgelines and brief bursts of mountain wind on Tuesday could make driving a bit sporty at higher elevations. Check live road cameras and ski-area updates before you go, and if you are in Washington County, it is a good idea to secure loose patio furniture ahead of tonight’s gap winds.
We will update this page if watches or warnings are issued. For official advisories, stick with your preferred weather sources and local transportation sites. Until then, enjoy the sunshine. Spring is shamelessly flirting with the valley this weekend.
