Salt Lake City is heading into a warm but increasingly unsettled Saturday, with thunderstorms, strong south winds and a flood threat building through the weekend. The high is expected to reach 77 degrees before a prolonged stretch of rain pushes temperatures sharply lower by Tuesday.
Wind And Storms Arrive Saturday
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Saturday, with a 70% chance of precipitation and south winds of 10 to 17 mph. Gusts could reach 35 mph during the day, then rise to around 40 mph Saturday night as rain becomes more persistent.
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the Wasatch Front through 6 a.m. Sunday, warning of south winds between 20 and 30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph. Drivers of high-profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers should use extra caution, and outdoor items should be secured.
Flood Watch Covers Salt Lake Valley
A Flood Watch is set to take effect late Saturday night and continue through Monday afternoon. The combination of prolonged rain, saturated ground and runoff could create flooding in urban areas, poor-drainage spots, creeks, streams and recent burn scars.
Moisture tied to the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel is expected to fuel the wet pattern. Forecast rainfall across much of the broader region could total 1 to 3 inches, with locally higher amounts possible in terrain-favored areas; residents should avoid flooded roadways and stay alert for changing conditions.
This marks a more serious turn from Hoodline's Friday outlook, which called for a weekend washout.
Cooler, Wetter Start To Next Week
Sunday looks especially active, with showers and thunderstorms likely throughout the day and a high near 69. Rain and storms continue Sunday night, when the low is expected to be around 51, followed by another wet day Monday with a high near 66.
Tuesday brings the sharpest cooldown, with showers possible and a high near 58. Conditions trend drier Thursday, followed by another sunny day Friday near 65.
