City in Utah, United States
Salt Lake City weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Salt Lake City
Dec–Mar is ski season; Jun and Sep–Oct are best for hiking and mild weather. Jul–Aug is hot and smoky; Dec–Feb can have inversion smog.
Salt Lake City weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°55 mm
- Feb5°45 mm
- Mar10°54 mm
- Apr15°66 mm
- May21°58 mm
- Jun28°30 mm
- Jul34°16 mm
- Aug32°24 mm
- Sep26°38 mm
- Oct17°46 mm
- Nov9°46 mm
- Dec3°64 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | -6°C21°F | 55 mm | 84% | Freezing |
| February | 5°C41°F | -4°C25°F | 45 mm | 78% | Cold |
| March | 10°C51°F | 1°C33°F | 54 mm | 67% | Cold |
| April | 15°C59°F | 3°C38°F | 66 mm | 61% | Cool |
| May | 21°C70°F | 8°C47°F | 58 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 14°C57°F | 30 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| July | 34°C93°F | 19°C67°F | 16 mm | 39% | Hot |
| August | 32°C90°F | 18°C64°F | 24 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C79°F | 13°C55°F | 38 mm | 42% | Pleasant |
| October | 17°C63°F | 6°C42°F | 46 mm | 53% | Cool |
| November | 9°C49°F | 0°C32°F | 46 mm | 65% | Cold |
| December | 3°C37°F | -6°C22°F | 64 mm | 81% | Freezing |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Salt Lake City | Feb, May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Salt Lake City?
Feb, May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Dec–Mar is ski season; Jun and Sep–Oct are best for hiking and mild weather. Jul–Aug is hot and smoky; Dec–Feb can have inversion smog.
When is the rainy season in Salt Lake City?
Rain peaks in April with about 66 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Salt Lake City?
July, with average highs of 34°C (93°F).
How cold does Salt Lake City get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -6°C (21°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- UTA (Utah Transit Authority)
- Salt Lake City International Airport
- Visit Salt Lake
- University of Utah Health
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