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Salt Lake City, UT Weather on August 26
Salt Lake City hit 99°F on this date, marking summer's extreme peak
August 26 in Salt Lake City typically sees highs around 87°F and lows near 64°F, but the record tells a story of dramatic temperature swings. The hottest August 26 on record reached 99°F back in 2010, while the coldest dipped to just 50°F in 1992—a 49-degree gap that underscores the volatility of late summer weather in the high desert. Across 55 years of data, this date represents the tail end of peak summer heat before autumn begins its gradual approach.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Salt Lake City, UT? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Salt Lake City?
The warmest August 26 in Salt Lake City, UT reached 99°F in 2010. That is 11°F above the long-term average high of 88°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Salt Lake City?
The coldest August 26 in Salt Lake City, UT dropped to 50°F in 1992. That is 13°F below the long-term average low of 63°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Salt Lake City?
On August 26, Salt Lake City averages a high of 88°F and a low of 63°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from SALT LAKE TRIAD CTR.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Salt Lake City?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Salt Lake City, UT, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Salt Lake City
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 81°F | 65°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2024 | 81°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 95°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 96°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 88°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 97°F | 68°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 2019 | 82°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 86°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 97°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 88°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 84°F | 68°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2014 | 80°F | 60°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2013 | 84°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 93°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 96°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 99°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 91°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 84°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 97°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 77°F | 57°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2005 | 90°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 68°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 97°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 89°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 97°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 83°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 90°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 84°F | 63°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 1997 | 94°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 91°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 94°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 95°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 77°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 72°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 93°F | 71°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1990 | 88°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 80°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 85°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 76°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 82°F | 54°F | -- | -- |
| 1985 | 97°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 76°F | 63°F | -- | -- |
| 1983 | 85°F | 67°F | -- | -- |
| 1982 | 86°F | 64°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1981 | 94°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 83°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 92°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 91°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 78°F | 54°F | 0.57" | -- |
| 1976 | 86°F | 61°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1975 | 90°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 93°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 84°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 91°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: SALT LAKE TRIAD CTR
How Has August 26 Changed?
The last decade has been 1.5°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Salt Lake City, UT, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.