Salt Lake County Climate
Salt Lake County, Utah
Avg Annual Temp
50.2°F
Annual Precip
26.8"
Annual Snowfall
129.6"
Extreme Heat Days
40.27
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Salt Lake County Weather
Mountain-Influenced Valley Weather
Salt Lake County averages 50.2°F annually, trending slightly cooler than the national median. Its position between the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Range creates a unique and dynamic mountain-influenced climate.
Warmer and Wetter Than Average
At 50.2°F, the county is warmer than the Utah state average of 48.9°F. It balances significant snowfall with hot summer peaks that define the region's urban corridor.
Milder Than the High Peaks
Compared to neighboring Summit County's 44.1°F, Salt Lake is significantly milder. However, it receives 26.8 inches of annual precipitation, making it much wetter than dry Tooele County to the west.
Massive Snow and Summer Heat
The area experiences intense extremes, from 129.6 inches of snow in winter to 40 days of heat over 90°F in summer. July highs average 74.6°F, while January averages settle at 29.2°F.
Prepare for All Extremes
Dual-mode infrastructure is required here, including robust air conditioning for 40 extreme heat days and serious snow gear for the massive 129-inch snowfall. Homeowners should focus on attic insulation and efficient irrigation for dry summer spells.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.