Tooele County Climate

Tooele County, Utah

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec50.8°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

50.8°F

Annual Precip

10.4"

Annual Snowfall

43.0"

Extreme Heat Days

62.587500000000006

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

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Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring42°58°3.7"Summer68°77°1.9"Fall38°64°2.3"Winter28°34°2.5"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 34% of US counties
Wetter than 2% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 70% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Tooele County Weather

Arid Great Basin Basin Life

Tooele County’s annual average of 50.8°F is slightly cooler than the national median but representative of the Great Basin. Its climate is defined by wide open salt flats and arid valleys.

Hotter and Drier Than Utah

Tooele is warmer than the Utah state average of 48.9°F. However, it is much drier, receiving only 10.4 inches of precipitation compared to the state’s 13.7 inches.

Hottest Summers in the Region

Tooele is significantly hotter than neighboring Salt Lake County, recording 63 days of extreme heat compared to Salt Lake's 40. It is also much drier, with less than half the annual snowfall of its eastern neighbor.

Intense Heat and Dry Winters

Summer is the dominant season here, featuring 63 days with temperatures at or above 90°F. Winters are relatively mild for the region, with 43 inches of snow and a January average of 28.4°F.

Cooling and Dust Control

Air conditioning and heat-safety planning are essential to manage the 63 days of extreme heat. Residents should also focus on dust control and low-water landscaping to accommodate the arid 10.4-inch annual rainfall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Tooele County?
The average annual temperature in Tooele County, UT is 50.8°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Tooele County get?
Tooele County receives an average of 10.4 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Tooele County?
Yes, Tooele County receives an average of 43.0 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Tooele County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Tooele County is 73.0°F. The county experiences an average of 62.587500000000006 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Tooele County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Tooele County is 30.1°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 28.4°F.

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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.

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