Population:
181,743
Elevation:
4266 feet above sea level
Land Area:
109.1
Location:
Located adjacent to the Great Salt Lake in the central section of Utah, at the
intersections of Interstate 84 from the north, Interstate 15 from the south, and
Interstate 80 from the east and west.
Time Zone:
Salt Lake City is in the Mountain Time Zone (when it’s noon in Salt Lake City,
it’s 11am in Los Angeles and 2pm in New York City). Salt Lake City observes
Daylight Savings Time from April - October
Weather:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Average temp. (°F)
31.8
36.5
44.8
51.9
60.3
70.7
78.0
77.0
66.9
55.5
42.2
33.0
High temperature (°F)
38.5
43.5
52.9
61.1
70.0
81.5
89.0
87.9
77.5
65.0
49.8
39.6
Low temperature (°F)
25.2
29.4
36.6
42.6
50.6
59.7
67.0
66.0
56.4
46.0
34.5
26.4
Precipitation (in)
1.6
1.6
2.0
2.2
2.3
0.8
0.7
0.7
1.3
1.7
1.6
1.3
Climate
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Days with precipitation
10
9
10
10
8
5
4
6
5
6
8
9
Wind speed (mph)
7.5
8.1
9.3
9.6
9.4
9.4
9.5
9.7
9.1
8.5
8.0
7.6
Morning humidity (%)
79
78
70
66
65
59
52
53
61
68
75
79
Afternoon humidity (%)
69
60
46
39
34
26
22
24
30
41
59
71
Sunshine (%)
45
54
64
68
72
80
83
82
82
72
53
42
Days clear of clouds
6
5
7
7
9
14
17
16
16
14
8
6
Partly cloudy days
6
7
8
9
10
10
10
11
8
8
7
6
Cloudy days
19
16
16
14
12
6
4
4
5
9
15
18
Snowfall (in)
13.6
9.8
9.3
5.0
0.6
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.1
1.3
7.0
11.8
Local Seasons:
As the capital city of Utah as well as being both
a business city and a leisure destination, Salt Lake City sees a multitude of
visitors year round. Visitors come to enjoy the nearby mountains, explore
Temple Square; the worldwide headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-Day Saints, as well as to hear the world renowned Mormon Tabernacle
Choir. In the winter, temperatures in the city can reach into the 40’s F during
the day, while dropping to the 20’s F at night. This is mild compared to the
nearby mountains. Spring and summer are quite pleasant. In the spring,
temperatures rise about 10 F each month, beginning in March, making it a great
time to explore the many out of doors activities and sites available. Summers
are very dry with low humidity, but temperatures can approach 90 F, making it
seem much warmer. Fall is lovely with the temperatures comfortably cool in the
day and just right for a warm drink by the fire at night. Whatever time of
year, this remarkable city welcomes its guests with warm and friendly
atmosphere.
How to Get There:
By Car
Major routes into the area are I-80 from the east
and west, I-15 from the north and south, and I-84 from the northwest.
By Air:
Salt Lake City International Airport
776 North Terminal Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
801-575-2400
The airport is just north of I-80 at Exit 115, on
the west side of the city. It is served by many of the national airlines,
certain international carriers, and a variety of regional carriers.
Ground Transportation
Most of the major car rental companies, as well
as taxis and limousines, are available at the airport and throughout the city.
By Train
Amtrak
340 South 600 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
800-USA-RAIL
By Bus
Greyhound
160 West S Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
801-355-9579
How to Get Around:
Getting around town is quite easy by car. The
city has wide streets and ample parking. In the summer, from June – August, the
city also operates the Pioneer Trolley (801-240-6279). It provides
transportation in the Temple Square area.
National Holidays
New Year’s Day, January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the third Monday in
January
President’ Day, the third Monday in February
Memorial Day, the last Monday in May
Independence Day, July 4
Labor Day, the first Monday in September
Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in November
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 and
25
New Year’s Eve, December 31
Salt Lake City
