Salt Lake City is heading into a sunny Friday with afternoon temperatures near 88 degrees and southerly winds building through the day. The morning starts clear and very dry, but the breeze will be the main factor for anyone spending time outside.
The latest forecast from the National Weather Service calls for south winds of 10 to 16 mph in the city, with stronger gusts possible across the region. At Salt Lake City International Airport, gusts could reach roughly 29 mph, while some parts of Utah may see gusts between 30 and 45 mph.
Sunny And Warm Through Saturday
Friday night should stay mostly clear, with a low around 66 degrees and winds continuing from the south-southeast. Saturday looks much the same: sunny, warm and breezy, with another high near 88 and an overnight low around 66.
The combination of dry air and strong winds will keep fire-weather concerns elevated across Utah, particularly in west-central and southwest areas. Outdoor activities involving flames or sparks deserve extra caution, and loose items on patios or balconies may need to be secured.
Sunday Turns More Active
The forecast shifts Sunday as additional moisture moves into the region. Salt Lake City has a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon, with a cooler high near 84 degrees; Sunday night brings another chance of storms and a low around 62.
Labor Day will be cooler still, with a high near 78 and chances for showers and thunderstorms continuing through the day. Skies are expected to clear Monday night before a sunny, calmer Tuesday reaches about 81 degrees, though a few storm chances linger again by midweek.
No watches, warnings, or advisories are currently in effect for Utah or southwest Wyoming. For Friday and Saturday, the practical forecast is simple: expect sunshine, heat, and a persistent breeze, then keep an eye on the sky as the weekend winds down.
