Salt Lake City started today under clear skies and a mild mid‑60s reading at Salt Lake City International, with temperatures expected to climb to around 80°F by afternoon. Light north‑northwest breezes this morning are forecast to strengthen later in the day, and very low humidity will leave the late‑day air especially dry.
Afternoon Winds And Fire Risk
The National Weather Service has a Red Flag Warning in place through 10 p.m. MDT Sunday, along with a Fire Weather Watch from Sunday evening through Wednesday for much of central and southern Utah, citing gusty winds and single‑digit to low‑teen humidities, according to the National Weather Service. In the Salt Lake Valley, highs are forecast near 80°F, with north‑northwest winds of 3–9 mph turning breezy by late afternoon and higher gusts possible on exposed ridgelines. High‑based showers could pop up across central Utah Tuesday afternoon, and any dry lightning would further elevate wildfire danger.
Where Restrictions Are Tightening
State and federal land managers have expanded fire restrictions across large portions of Utah as vegetation continues to dry out. For the latest rules and burn‑permit information, check with the Utah Division of Forestry before operating outdoor equipment or starting any kind of fire.
What To Expect This Week
Temperatures are expected to rebound to near 88°F on Monday, then ease back into the mid‑70s by Wednesday as a cooler system grazes northern Utah. There is a slight chance of afternoon showers and isolated storms Tuesday over central Utah, while the Salt Lake Valley is expected to stay mostly dry through midweek.
How To Prepare
Residents are advised to secure loose patio furniture and trash cans, hold off on chainsaw or welding work during gusty afternoon periods, and avoid open burning until restrictions are lifted. Anyone planning travel into drier central or southern Utah should keep an eye on updates from the National Weather Service and local fire authorities.
Legal Implications
Violating state or federal fire restrictions can bring fines and potential liability for fire suppression costs, and some orders also prohibit fireworks and open burns during heightened risk periods. For detailed guidance and local orders, contact the Utah Division of Forestry or your county fire authority.
