Salt Lake's Snowy Surprise: A Small Storm with Big Questions

Don't Expect a Winter Wonderland

A small storm is set to brush past Salt Lake on Wednesday, but don't expect a winter wonderland. Forecasters say this storm is more of a light dusting than a major snow event.

Forecast Details

• National Weather Service's Salt Lake City office shared that the storm might not even reach the valley floor.
• Higher areas like the upper Cottonwood canyons are expected to receive only 2-to-3 inches of snow.

Driving Cautions

Drivers in the Salt Lake Valley should still be cautious. There's a chance the storm could affect roadways, especially during the afternoon.

"Reduced visibility could be an issue." Lisa Verzella, Observations Program Leader, National Weather Service's Salt Lake City office

However, she also noted that any snowfall likely won't last long, even if it overlaps with rush hour.

Storm Details

• First spotted around noon on Wednesday.
• Snowfall began to touch Johnson Pass at 6,500 feet of elevation in Tooele County.

Weather Reminder

This storm is a reminder that weather can be unpredictable, and even small storms can have an impact.