Walking Weather in Salt Lake City, Utah
Salt Lake City has a semi-arid with cold, snowy winters and hot, dry summers climate. The most comfortable months to walk are May, June, September, and October, while January and July are the most challenging. On hot summer afternoons, give the pavement a quick paw check before dog walks.
Seasonal Overview
Winter
Winter highs sit near 38°F with lows around 22°F — watch for ice and bundle up. Shorter daylight means earlier walks.
Spring
Spring runs 38–62°F at about 38% humidity, usually Salt Lake City's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 93°F and 22% humidity push pavement risk to moderate — walk early or after sunset, and check pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 38–63°F at about 38% humidity, often the best stretch of the year for longer walks.
Best Months to Walk
Months to watch out for: January, July — consider adjusting walk times or using Walk Window to find the best hours.
Walking Tips for Salt Lake City
- 1Air quality inversions trap pollution in the valley during winter — check AQI before walking
- 2Low humidity makes summer heat more tolerable than eastern cities
- 3Elevation (4,300 ft) means stronger UV exposure year-round
Dog Walking Safety
- •Summer pavement gets hot by midday despite low humidity
- •City Creek Canyon is a popular shaded canyon walk accessible from downtown
- •Winter inversions affect dogs too — limit outdoor time on poor air quality days
Summer pavement risk in Salt Lake City is moderate. Walk Window's Dog Walker mode monitors real-time pavement temperatures and sends alerts when asphalt is too hot for your dog's paws.
Popular Walking Routes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to walk in Salt Lake City?
The best months to walk in Salt Lake City are May, June, September, October. Semi-arid with cold, snowy winters and hot, dry summers, making May and June particularly comfortable for outdoor walks.
Is it safe to walk my dog in Salt Lake City during summer?
Summer pavement risk in Salt Lake City is moderate. Summer pavement gets hot by midday despite low humidity Walk Window monitors real-time pavement temperatures to keep your dog safe.
What is the walking weather like in Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City has a semi-arid with cold, snowy winters and hot, dry summers climate. Spring temperatures range from 38-62°F, summer from 62-93°F, fall from 38-63°F, and winter from 22-38°F.
