Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 13 at 2:48PM MDT until October 14 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 13, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
October 14, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected, particularly for elevations above 8,500ft.
Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches in upper Little and Big
Cottonwood, with higher amounts expected for elevations above
9,000ft.
* WHERE...Wasatch Mountains South of I-80.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Early season snowfall on roadways may pose a
significant risk to under-prepared travelers. While minor snow
accumulations are expected for upper Little and Big Cottonwood
Canyon, Guardsman Pass will likely see higher snowfall potential.
If traveling along this route, be prepared for winter driving
conditions.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For winter road conditions
from the Utah Department of Transportation, visit
http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including Official
NWS Forecast, High End Amount, and Low End Amount, visit
weather.gov/slc/winter.
Area Description:
Wasatch Mountains South of I-80
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov