An exiting storm system will cool northern Utah by a few degrees on Thursday, November 5, 2026, according to weather forecasts, before high pressure builds to bring sunny and pleasant conditions through the weekend.
Current Salt Lake Conditions
The National Weather Service reported Thursday, November 5, 2026, that the current weather in Salt Lake City involves mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of 57 degrees Fahrenheit and a humidity of 54 percent. Winds at the Salt Lake City International Airport were recorded at 9 mph from the north-northwest.
Weekend Forecast Outlook
Looking ahead, the weather is expected to transition as high pressure rebuilds. ABC4 News reported Thursday, November 5, 2026, that the current storm system's exit will lead to a return of pleasant conditions starting Friday, November 6, 2026, and continuing through the weekend.
Salt Lake Valley Forecast
In the Salt Lake Valley, the forecast for Friday, November 6, 2026, includes sunny skies with a high near 54 degrees Fahrenheit and a low around 37 degrees Fahrenheit. Saturday, November 7, 2026, is expected to remain sunny with a high near 56 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 41 degrees Fahrenheit. By Sunday, November 8, 2026, temperatures are forecast to reach a high of 63 degrees Fahrenheit.
Regional Temperature Variations
The National Weather Service's tabular state forecast for northern Utah shows varying conditions for Thursday, November 5, 2026. While many areas like Salt Lake City, Tooele, and Provo are forecast to be sunny, other locations such as Bear River RS and Mirror Lake are expected to experience partly cloudy conditions.
Weekly Outlook
The forecast for the upcoming week suggests continued warmth for the region. By Monday, November 9, 2026, temperatures in the Salt Lake Valley are expected to reach a high of 65 degrees Fahrenheit under sunny skies.
Southern Utah Forecast
In southern Utah, the National Weather Service reported that locations such as Hanksville and Richfield will experience sunny conditions on Thursday, November 5, 2026. In Hanksville, the temperature is expected to reach a high of 60 degrees Fahrenheit, while Richfield is forecast to see a high of 52 degrees Fahrenheit.
Forecast Validity Period
The National Weather Service's forecast for the Salt Lake Valley area includes a forecast valid from 2 p.m. MST on Thursday, November 5, 2026, through 6 p.m. MST on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
