Weather & Climate in Murray, UT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Murray experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54. 41% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,337 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,337 ft (1,322 m) |
| Area | 12.3 sq mi (31.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,057/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6507°N, 111.8866°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Salt Lake County County |
| Nearest Airport | Salt Lake City International (SLC) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 54.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 41.0% |
| Unhealthy Days | 43 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 98.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 66.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively High |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | No Rating |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
482 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Mar 18, 2020 | 5 km NNE of Magna, Utah | M5.7 | 20 km | 12 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 9 km NE of Randolph, Utah | M4.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Mar 18, 2020 | 6 km NNE of Magna, Utah | M4.6 | 20 km | 9 km |
| Mar 18, 2020 | 5 km NE of Magna, Utah | M4.6 | 18 km | 11 km |
| May 5, 2024 | 16 km SW of Thatcher, Utah | M4.4 | 112 km | 7 km |
| Apr 17, 2003 | 6 km SSW of Levan, Utah | M4.2 | 127 km | 1 km |
| Apr 16, 2020 | 4 km NE of Magna, Utah | M4.2 | 18 km | 10 km |
| Mar 18, 2020 | 1 km NNW of Magna, Utah | M4.2 | 20 km | 9 km |
| Mar 16, 1992 | 6 km S of Herriman, Utah | M4.2 | 25 km | 12 km |
| Apr 15, 2020 | 4 km NE of Magna, Utah | M4.2 | 17 km | 9 km |
| Jun 29, 2014 | 6 km SE of Spring City, Utah | M4.2 | 140 km | 9 km |
| Mar 7, 2000 | 7 km N of Helper, Utah | M4.2 | 133 km | -3 km |
| May 25, 2016 | 15 km NNE of Tabiona, Utah | M4.0 | 106 km | 16 km |
| Mar 18, 2020 | 4 km NNE of Magna, Utah | M4.0 | 20 km | 7 km |
| Jun 3, 2009 | 5 km WNW of Riverside, Utah | M4.0 | 131 km | 9 km |
| Mar 18, 2020 | 4 km NNE of Magna, Utah | M3.9 | 20 km | 9 km |
| May 1, 2025 | 4 km WNW of Independence, Utah | M3.9 | 62 km | 14 km |
| Mar 23, 2020 | 8 km NNE of Magna, Utah | M3.9 | 20 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 2024 | 16 km SW of Thatcher, Utah | M3.9 | 112 km | 6 km |
| Sep 24, 2019 | 5 km ENE of Howell, Utah | M3.9 | 136 km | 7 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
48 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 1 fatality, 96 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 11, 1999 | EF2 | 9 km | 4.3 mi | 1 |
| Aug 14, 1968 | EF2 | 69 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 9, 1965 | EF2 | 20 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1963 | EF2 | 26 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 2, 2021 | EF1 | 23 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 2016 | EF1 | 58 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1998 | EF1 | 72 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1996 | EF1 | 73 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1993 | EF1 | 20 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1993 | EF1 | 35 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 23, 1992 | EF1 | 50 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 25, 1991 | EF1 | 32 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 1989 | EF1 | 6 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1989 | EF1 | 19 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jan 10, 1989 | EF1 | 8 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 1970 | EF1 | 38 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 1968 | EF1 | 13 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 17, 1966 | EF1 | 61 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1965 | EF1 | 41 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2018 | EF0 | 85 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1909 | UTAH | Earthquake | 3.6 m | - | 145 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Black Rock Desert (194 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Black Rock Desert | Volcanic field | 1,800 m (5,906 ft) | 1290 | 194 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: POLE CREEK (102,426 acres, 2018).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2018 | POLE CREEK | 102,426 | 80 km |
| 2012 | DALLAS CANYON | 43,386 | 90 km |
| 2009 | BIG POLE | 41,579 | 65 km |
| 2000 | SALT LAKE DESERT COMPLEX (ARAGONITE) | 39,825 | 89 km |
| 1994 | SIMPSON BT | 36,917 | 97 km |
| 1995 | REDLAM | 35,405 | 87 km |
| 2017 | DAVIS | 35,071 | 79 km |
| 1996 | DAVIS KNOLL COMPLEX (DAVIS KNOLL) | 34,843 | 81 km |
| 1995 | PUDDLE VALLEY | 31,249 | 88 km |
| 2018 | COAL HOLLOW | 30,239 | 94 km |
| 2013 | PATCH SPRINGS | 29,562 | 69 km |
| 2000 | OLDROYD COMPLEX (MONA WEST) | 28,774 | 92 km |
| 2007 | MONARCH | 25,046 | 87 km |
| 2007 | QUINCY | 24,776 | 100 km |
| 2012 | FAUST | 22,155 | 80 km |
| 2017 | CEDAR MOUNTAIN | 21,388 | 89 km |
| 2018 | BALD MOUNTAIN | 21,016 | 82 km |
| 1998 | TEKOI | 19,933 | 86 km |
| 2005 | SALLY | 19,726 | 99 km |
| 1994 | POSTHOLLOW | 18,234 | 85 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.4 in |
Murray has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.2") and July the driest (0.5").