Utah residents can expect a calm, dry Wednesday, with high pressure bringing relief from recent stormy weather. Lighter winds and clear skies will prevail, offering a brief respite from the gusty conditions that swept through the region on Tuesday.
The storm earlier this week moved eastward, leaving behind a drier northwest flow. Snow showers lingered in the northern mountains but are set to diminish by evening, creating calm conditions by Wednesday morning.
While Tuesday brought powerful wind gusts exceeding 50 mph in Utah’s west desert and areas like Castle Country, these strong winds are expected to taper off by 9 p.m. tonight.
Looking ahead, Utah will see increased southwest winds later on Wednesday, especially at higher elevations, as a significant Pacific storm system approaches. This incoming system is expected to deliver snow to valleys and mountains by Friday, bringing wintery conditions that may persist into early next week.