If temperatures drop below freezing for a very short period of time, damage to tender plants is typically minimal. If the same temperature is reached but maintained for several hours, freeze damage to plants is more severe.
Salt Lake City makes up a very small portion of the Salt Lake Valley. With Salt Lake County covering 756 square miles, Salt Lake City covers only 90.5 square miles. Salt Lake City is the largest city in the state with a population of 181,743. Salt Lake County's population is 1.3 million, making it the most populous region in Utah. Overall, Utah is expected to continue to have the youngest population in the nation.
Sponsored Topics. Salt Lake City is located between the Wasatch Mountains, the western range of the Rocky Mountains, and Great Salt Lake. Capital of Utah and home to approximately 200,000 people, the city is known for its distinctive history and beautiful natural landscape, both reflected in a rich offering of cultural and outdoor activities.