Barometric Pressure in Farmington, Utah, US

The pressure in Farmington, United States is predicted to slowly drop over the next few hours, with an average pressure of 859.1 hPa today, which is lower than normal.

Weather prediction: Expect more wet and unsettled conditions

The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Farmington is 7.4 hPa, with a low of 856.7 hPa and a high of 864.1 hPa. The daily average here is lower than in most cities around the world.

Forecast

The barometric pressure in Farmington, Utah averages around 30.12 inches. This is slightly lower than the national average. Pressure rarely drops below 29 inches. Occasionally, it rises above 31 inches.

Farmington is situated in the Great Basin region. The city is surrounded by mountains to the east and the Great Salt Lake to the west. The landscape creates a rain shadow effect. Moist air from the Pacific Ocean hits the mountains, resulting in precipitation. Dry air then moves over the Great Salt Lake and into Farmington.

The lower barometric pressure in Farmington is partly due to its proximity to the Great Salt Lake. The lake's surface is about 1,300 feet below the surrounding mountains. This elevation difference contributes to the lower air pressure. Additionally, the lake's water temperature affects the local climate.