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Salt Lake City in August
Salt Lake City edges cooler than July, with highs of 90°F (32°C), lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 76/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (24 mm)
- Humidity
- 38%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 90°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 38%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 69/100 in July to 76/100.
- Our Salt Lake City & Park City route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 90°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 65°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Salt Lake City in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Hogle Zoo
Salt Lake's zoo at the mouth of Emigration Canyon, which runs its ZooLights evenings through December.
Why now August scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Red Iguana
Family-run Mexican restaurant on North Temple, known for its moles and a line out the door.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Gallivan Center Ice Rink
Outdoor rink in the downtown Gallivan Center plaza, open through the winter with skate rental.
Why now Highs near 90°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cathedral of the Madeleine
Salt Lake's 1909 Catholic cathedral, with painted interiors and Christmas concerts by its choir school in December.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in August
- Park City in August~22 mi · highs 81°F, 1.2 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in August~174 mi · highs 89°F, 1.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Arches in August~186 mi · highs 92°F, 1.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Jackson in August~196 mi · highs 80°F, 1.2 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Salt Lake City.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,744 m to Salt Lake City's ~1,300 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Salt Lake City in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
It's middling, scoring 76/100. The best months are May & June and September & October, at up to 98. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
How hot is Salt Lake City in August?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in August?
Not much: about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (542 mm).
What should I pack for Salt Lake City in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 90°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 65°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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Planning Salt Lake City in August?
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