Barometric Pressure in Riverton, United States

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The pressure in Riverton, Utah, United States is predicted to rapidly rise over the next few hours, with an average pressure of 858.6 hPa today, which is lower than normal.

Weather prediction: Expect shortly fair weather and gale or storm winds

The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Riverton is 5.6 hPa, with a low of 855.1 hPa and a high of 860.7 hPa.

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Hourly Pressure Trends

Track the barometric pressure in Riverton hour by hour and stay informed about how it will change over the next 6 hours.

Barometric pressure in Riverton, Utah varies throughout the day and season. Pressure changes affect the weather and atmosphere. Altitude and surrounding landscape influence pressure readings.

Riverton is situated in the Salt Lake Valley. Mountains surround the valley to the east and west. This unique landscape creates channels for air to move through. As air rises over the mountains, it cools and condenses, forming clouds. This process affects local barometric pressure.

The nearby Great Salt Lake and Utah Lake also impact the local weather. Moist air from the lakes evaporates and rises, contributing to humidity and precipitation. The combination of mountainous terrain and nearby lakes makes Riverton's weather dynamic.