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What’s the climate like in Salt Lake City?

The current climate in Salt Lake City features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 4°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 19°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -3°C and in the warmer months around 22°C.

The highest temperature recorded in Salt Lake City in recent years was 41°C in July 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -10°C in January 2017.

On average, Salt Lake City gets 372 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 65 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.

Best time to visit Salt Lake City?

The best time to visit Salt Lake City for sunny weather is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Salt Lake City. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

Climate Table of Salt Lake City

The climate table of Salt Lake City shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 4 8 13 17 23 31 35 33 28 19 11 5
Temp. min (°C) -3 -1 3 6 12 17 22 20 15 7 1 -3
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Precipitation (mm) 34 30 50 48 39 15 11 24 30 28 27 36
Snow (cm) 20 14 9,5 6,0 0,1 0 0 0 0 0,9 3,3 11
UV Index 3 5 6 7 8 7 8 8 6 5 3 2

Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.

  • Average yearly temperature: 19°C
  • Highest temperature: 35°C in July
  • Lowest temperature: 4°C in January
  • Precipitation*: 372 mm per year, averaging 31 mm per month
  • Snowfall: 65 cm per year
  • Driest months: 11 mm in July, 15 mm in June and 24 mm in August
  • Wettest months: 50 mm in March, 48 mm in April and 39 mm in May

*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail

Weather experiences in Salt Lake City

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Average Temperature per Month in Salt Lake City

This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Salt Lake City, Utah. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.

Temperature per Month in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Average Precipitation per Month in Salt Lake City

This graph shows how much rainfall Salt Lake City, Utah, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.

Precipitation per Month in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Average Snowfall per Month in Salt Lake City

This graph shows how much snow Salt Lake City, Utah, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.

Snowfall per Month in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Average UV Index per Month in Salt Lake City

This graph shows the average UV index per month in Salt Lake City, Utah. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

UV Index per Month in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Yearly Temperature in Salt Lake City

This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Salt Lake City, Utah. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.

Yearly Temperature in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Total Yearly Precipitation in Salt Lake City

This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Salt Lake City, Utah, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.

Yearly Precipitation in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Total Yearly Snowfall in Salt Lake City

This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Salt Lake City, Utah, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.

Yearly Snowfall in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Weather experiences in Salt Lake City

The weather in Salt Lake City is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to Salt Lake City? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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On a clear day, you could see dizzying mountain peaks. Dress warmly!— This text is automatically translated to English

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A clear blue sky with sunshine brought some warmth. Temperatures ranged from -6°C to 7°C, so be prepared!— This text is automatically translated to English

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During the day it was sunny, the average temperature was 27°C and at night the temperature dropped to a pleasant 15°C. Unfortunately, there were also some rainy days.— This text is automatically translated to English

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The November weather in Salt Lake City, Utah was surprisingly pleasant. Fresh and breezy with sunny days, perfect for an active vacation. A little cold in the evening, but bearable. Snow fell in late November and it was beautiful.— This text is automatically translated to English

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During the day it was sunny and temperatures reached 16 degrees Celsius, but at night the temperature dropped significantly. Snowfall was sporadic but made the landscape picturesque. A warm coat was necessary.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Although the sun was shining brightly, the mountains kept us cool. Less fun: unpredictable rains.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Temperatures were moderate, around 20 degrees, with a pleasant mix of sunshine and a few clouds. Sporadically it rained, but nothing could ruin the day. Ideal weather for active relaxation.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Beautiful sunsets and clear starry skies made the somewhat uncomfortable temperatures bearable. Be prepared for the heat!— This text is automatically translated to English

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The temperature was moderate, 15-25 degrees. The sun shone often, but there was also light rain - perfect for indoor and outdoor activities. A surprisingly refreshing climate for a desert city.— This text is automatically translated to English

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The evenings were pleasantly cool. Be sure to bring sunscreen and plenty of water!— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Salt Lake City by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Salt Lake City. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.

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