Soil Temperature in Utah
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Utah is 52°F, based on 35 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 42°F to 70°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.
Current Planting Conditions
The pre-emergent herbicide window is opening across Utah with soil averaging 52°F at 2 inches. Monitor your city's specific readings for optimal timing, since crabgrass germinates when soil sustains 55°F.
Monitoring Stations in Utah (35)
| Station | 2" Temp | Last Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Circleville (Piute) | 47°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Ephraim (Sanpete) | 47°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Holden (Millard) | 57°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Enterprise (Iron) | 46°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Milford (Beaver) | 54°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Eastland (San Juan) | 53°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Green River (Emery) | 57°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Price (Carbon) | 47°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Morgan (Morgan) | 49°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Mountain Home (Duchesne) | 43°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Blue Creek (Box Elder) | 52°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Cache Junction (Cache) | 53°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Nephi (Juab) | 50°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Alkali Mesa (San Juan) | 54°F | 2026-05-18 |
| West Summit (San Juan) | 51°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Mccracken Mesa (San Juan) | 59°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Chicken Ridge (Morgan) | 42°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Buffalo Jump (Rich) | 47°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Grantsville (Tooele) | 52°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Park Valley (Box Elder) | 58°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Split Mountain (Uintah) | 45°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Little Red Fox (Duchesne) | 46°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Manderfield (Beaver) | 54°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Panguitch (Garfield) | 44°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Spooky (Kane) | 70°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Sand Hollow (Washington) | 67°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Grouse Creek (Box Elder) | 50°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Cave Valley (Washington) | 58°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Vermillion (Kane) | 58°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Tule Valley (Millard) | 56°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Hals Canyon (Millard) | 46°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Goshute (Tooele) | 46°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Harms Way (San Juan) | 49°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Dugway (Tooele) | 50°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Brigham City 28 WNW | 56°F | 2026-05-18 |
Cities in Utah (16)
| City | ZIP | Current Temp | Distance from state center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bountiful | 84010 | — | 109 mi |
| Cedar City | 84720 | — | 135 mi |
| Clearfield | 84015 | — | 128 mi |
| Layton | 84040 | — | 124 mi |
| Logan | 84321 | — | 169 mi |
| Ogden | 84201 | — | 135 mi |
| Orem | 84057 | — | 70 mi |
| Park City | 84060 | — | 93 mi |
| Provo | 84601 | — | 64 mi |
| Saint George | 84770 | — | 184 mi |
| Salt Lake City | 84101 | — | 101 mi |
| Sandy | 84070 | — | 89 mi |
| South Jordan | 84009 | — | 88 mi |
| Vernal | 84078 | — | 137 mi |
| West Jordan | 84081 | — | 92 mi |
| West Valley City | — | — | 97 mi |
Soil Temperature FAQ for Utah
What is the current soil temperature in Utah?
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Utah is 52°F, based on 35 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 42°F to 70°F depending on location and elevation.
When should I apply pre-emergent in Utah?
Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Utah, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.
When can I plant grass seed in Utah?
Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.