What is winter like in Utah?

Climate: Continental (varies based on elevation and location)

Temperatures: Averages between 25-45°F (-3.9 to 7.2°C)

Snow: Moderate to heavy snowfall (average of 100 inches or 254 cm in the valleys); snow storms can be intense

Sunshine: Clear to partly cloudy skies during the day, but cold temperatures

Humidity: Generally low humidity

Wind: Occasional strong winds, especially in mountainous areas

Outdoor activities: Skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, ice skating, snowshoeing, sledding, winter camping, hiking (on cleared trails), and wildlife viewing

Weather patterns: Storms move in from the west and can bring heavy snow and strong winds; temperature inversions can occur in valleys, trapping cold air and creating fog and pollution; sudden shifts in weather are common