Salt Lake City residents should brace for wet commutes Thursday as widespread showers and thunderstorms bring slick roads and reduced visibility. Drivers on I-15 and I-80 may see delays during the morning and afternoon, with rain heavy at times.
According to the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City, storms are most likely through Thursday morning and afternoon, with up to a 40 percent chance lingering into Thursday night. Southeast winds near 5 mph may shift northwest as storms pass. Overnight lows dip near 61 degrees.
The unsettled pattern continues into Friday with another 20 percent chance of afternoon showers, though skies turn mostly sunny by late day. Saturday and Sunday look much brighter, with highs in the mid-80s and clear skies—a welcome shift heading into Labor Day weekend.
Travelers should remain cautious Thursday, keeping headlights on and slowing down on wet pavement. Residents planning outdoor events Friday night or Saturday should see improving conditions, with no significant rain expected after Thursday evening.
Labor Day itself looks warm and sunny, with highs near 90 degrees. Conditions should hold steady into early next week, though a slight chance of storms may return Monday night.
Warnings may be updated if Thursday’s storms intensify. Check local alerts before driving or making outdoor plans.
Five-Day Forecast for Salt Lake City, Utah
- Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 82. Low around 61.
- Friday: Mostly sunny with a slight storm chance. High near 82. Low 59.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 84. Low around 61.
- Sunday: Clear skies, high near 90. Low 62.
- Labor Day Monday: Sunny and hot, high near 90. Low near 64. Slight chance of storms at night.
