Monthly climate guide
Salt Lake City weather in August
With highs near 30°C (85°F) and lows around 16°C (60°F), August feels hot in Salt Lake City. Rainfall averages about 24 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 6°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Seasonally, August counts as late summer in Salt Lake City.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 14°C, so pack a layer.
- It cools down fast from here: September is about 6°C cooler.
- Only one month is warmer in Salt Lake City than August.
Avg high
30°C
85°F
Avg low
16°C
60°F
Rainfall
24 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
37%
relative
Sky
38%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Salt Lake City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 32°F | -9°C / 16°F | 56 mm | 83% | 57% |
| February | 3°C / 37°F | -6°C / 21°F | 43 mm | 76% | 61% |
| March | 9°C / 47°F | -1°C / 30°F | 55 mm | 66% | 63% |
| April | 12°C / 54°F | 1°C / 33°F | 67 mm | 61% | 60% |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 5°C / 42°F | 67 mm | 57% | 57% |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 52°F | 21 mm | 44% | 33% |
| July | 31°C / 87°F | 16°C / 61°F | 18 mm | 41% | 40% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 16°C / 60°F | 24 mm | 37% | 38% |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 11°C / 52°F | 44 mm | 43% | 36% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 4°C / 38°F | 36 mm | 52% | 40% |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | -2°C / 29°F | 42 mm | 63% | 52% |
| December | 1°C / 33°F | -8°C / 17°F | 52 mm | 78% | 59% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Salt Lake City →Other United States cities in August
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Salt Lake City in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
August is a reasonable time for Salt Lake City: highs around 30°C and about 24 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Salt Lake City in August?
Average highs are about 30°C (85°F) and average lows about 16°C (60°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in August?
Salt Lake City typically gets around 24 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Salt Lake City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.