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— SLC
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Rainfall in Salt Lake City by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salt Lake City ranges from 15.0 - 51.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 51.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Salt Lake City when rainfall is around 15.0 mm.

Temperature in Salt Lake City by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salt Lake City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

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Salt Lake City climate

Late June and early July bring the beginning of summer with low humidity, highs in the mid-20s and sometimes 30s (Celsius), and nighttime temperatures ranging from the low single digits to ten degrees. Afternoon thunderstorms are common over the higher peaks. September marks the beginning of autumn. Winter starts in November and by December there’s deep snow. Temperatures stay near freezing during the day. March starts the transition to spring, though snow remains in the valley until April and in the mountain passes until July.

Getting around Salt Lake City

Downtown Salt Lake City is easy to get around by public transport or on foot. The city has buses, light-rail and paratransit services. Streets are laid out in a grid, so you won’t have trouble with directions. To save some money with parking, look into the Downtown Token for discounts. 

What is good to know if travelling to Salt Lake City?

  • This Is the Place Heritage Park includes the museum town Old Deseret Village, a re-creation of a typical Utah community from the Mormons’ arrival in 1847 to the coming of the railroad in 1869. In summer, volunteers dress in period clothing and demonstrate what pioneer life was like. Brigham Young’s farm is also in the park. (The word “deseret” is from the Book of Mormon, and means “honeybee,” a symbol of the industrious Mormon pioneer.)
  • Bird-watching is popular around the Great Salt Lake. Migratory shore birds stop here to dine on brine shrimp and brine flies. There are more than 250 species that you can spot at natural saltwater marshes, man-made freshwater marshes, and wetland refuges around the lake.
  • The Family History Library is one of the world’s largest genealogical libraries that is open to both Mormons and non-Mormons. You might learn something new about your ancestry. 
  • Antelope Island, the largest island in the Great Salt Lake, is home to antelope, deer, bobcats, coyotes, many varieties of birds and waterfowl, and a small herd of elk. The most famous residents of the island are the herd of  American Bison. There are 40km (25 miles) of back-country trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The visitor centre is open year-round.
  • Park City, home of the Sundance Institute and Sundance Film Festival, is less than an hour’s drive from Salt Lake City.
  • For up-to-the-minute information on what’s going on, check the Friday editions of the Salt Lake Tribune or Deseret News. For additional entertainment news and listings, pick up one of the city’s free papers, including The Event and Salt Lake City Weekly.
  • If you’re wondering why there’s so much jelly (or Jell-O) – the people of Salt Lake City consume more of the wobbly stuff than any other city in the United States. They lost the title for a short time to Des Moines, Iowa, but with help from the legislature and Bill Cosby, Jell-O is now Utah’s official state snack. 

  • When is the best time to fly to Salt Lake City?

    Peak season: Summer brings the hikers, climbers, and golfers, and the hotels book up early from June through Labor Day (September). The ski season runs from December to early April, and the busiest times to book flights to Salt Lake City are the Christmas and Presidents’ weeks. Off season: If you don’t mind weather that might be warm or cool, wet or clear, spring and autumn are great times to visit the area. The rates for hotels and flightsdrop and crowds are rare.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Salt Lake City?

    For a flight to Salt Lake City, you will be flying into Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City (SLC) is just 9.2 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Salt Lake City if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Salt Lake City on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Salt Lake City?

    Salt Lake City is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Salt Lake City. One-way flights to Salt Lake City typically cost RM 600, while return flights cost around RM 3,072.

  • Does Salt Lake City have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Salt Lake City can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Salt Lake City?

    Yes. Salt Lake City has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Place Salt Lake City Airport is the closest property to Salt Lake City (1.6 km away from Salt Lake City).

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