United StatesThe weather in August in Salt Lake City
It's hot in August in Salt Lake City with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 22°C.
August is a good month to be in Salt Lake City for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Salt Lake City, Utah. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2020, Salt Lake City reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 24 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Salt Lake City
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Salt Lake City. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Salt Lake City | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 24 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Salt Lake City with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 21°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Salt Lake City is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Salt Lake City, Utah. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Salt Lake City
Temperature in August in Salt Lake City over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Salt Lake City, Utah. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Salt Lake City
Total precipitation in August in Salt Lake City over the years
Daily UV index in August in Salt Lake City
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Salt Lake City, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Salt Lake City
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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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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.