The circular islands scattered throughout much of Great Salt Lake are reed-covered mounds nourished by pulses of freshwater that seep up from under the lake.

The Utah Climate Center's Catherine Smith predicts upcoming storms next week.

The Utah Climate Center's Catherine Smith predicts incoming storms next week, causing cooler temperatures, stronger winds, and more mountain snow.

The Utah Climate Center's Casey Olson predicts a storm next week and increased moisture this weekend.

The Utah Climate Center's Casey Olson predicts increased moisture this week, and a likely storm next week.

The Utah Climate Center's Bradley Vernon predicts more active weather in the near future, with increased valley rain and mountain snow.

The Utah Climate Center's Bradley Vernon predicts increased valley rain and mountain snow this week.

Winter snow has been a no-show in Utah and much of the West this season. That lack of snowpack could increase the cost of growing hay, which in turn could raise prices for local dairy farmers.

The Utah Climate Center's Tim Wright predicts low temperatures and increased showers.

The Utah Climate Center's Tim Wright predicts low temperatures and increased showers this week.