Salt Lake City woke up to clouds, about 50°F, and steady rain early Sunday, April 26, 2026, with wet roads already building across the valley. Showers are expected to hang around through the morning, with thunderstorms firing up around midday and into the afternoon. That mix of rain and rumbles of thunder is likely to slow commutes and put a damper on outdoor plans along the Wasatch Front.
Afternoon Downpours and Timing
Forecasts call for rain showers before noon, followed by a stretch of showers and thunderstorms through the afternoon. The high should top out near 52°F, then slip back into the upper 40s later in the day. Most valley locations are expected to pick up roughly 0.25 to 0.5 inches of new rain, while some northern benches and foothills could see localized totals around an inch or more, according to the National Weather Service.
Drive With Care
At times, heavy rain and lightning will cut visibility and leave standing water on low-lying streets, which means slower traffic in the canyons and on lower routes in and out of town. Before you hit the road, check UDOT Traffic for cameras and current conditions, and budget extra time for your drive or commute. If you come across a flooded roadway, do not try to push through it. Turn around and find another way.
Sunday Night Into Monday
Late Sunday night into Monday, April 27, a secondary trough will swing through with another round of valley rain and mountain snow. Snow levels are expected to drop toward about 6,500 feet on Monday, keeping the bulk of the accumulating snow in the higher terrain while the lower elevations stay mainly in the rain. The National Weather Service also notes that colder air later in the week could bring below-freezing temperatures to some outlying valleys by Tuesday morning, April 28.
Bottom line: grab a rain jacket, plan for delays, and keep checking updated forecasts through Monday as these systems roll through. We will post updates if any watches or warnings are issued.
