Is It Too Hot to Walk Your Dog in Daly City, CA Right Now?
The air temperature only tells half the story. In direct sun, the asphalt under your dog's paws can run 40–60°F hotter. Here's the live pavement estimate for Daly City.
Pavement is cool enough for paws right now.
Safe to walk in Daly City right now 🐾
Today, hour by hour
Estimated pavement temperature under a dog's paws. Green is safe to walk.
7-day safe-walking outlook
| Day | Pavement | Safe windows |
|---|---|---|
| Today | 52°–85°F | Safe all day |
| Thu | 53°–109°F | Safe all day |
| Fri | 53°–106°F | Safe all day |
| Sat | 55°–122°F | 12 AM–12 PM, 4 PM–midnight |
| Sun | 56°–120°F | 12 AM–12 PM, 3 PM–midnight |
| Mon | 56°–122°F | 12 AM–12 PM, 5 PM–midnight |
| Tue | 56°–122°F | 12 AM–12 PM, 5 PM–midnight |
Typical this time of year
In Daly City, typical July days stay cool enough for pavement to be safe at any hour. On an average day this month, highs run about 63°F with overnight lows near 55°F.
Frequently asked questions
Is it too hot to walk my dog in Daly City right now?
Right now the estimated pavement temperature in Daly City is about 54°F, versus 54°F in the air — currently safe to walk. Today's remaining safe windows: 11 PM–midnight.
How much hotter is the pavement than the air in Daly City?
In direct sun, asphalt in Daly City can sit 40–60°F above the air temperature. Today the model estimates a peak pavement temperature of about 85°F.
What time can I safely walk my dog in Daly City today?
Today's safe walking windows in Daly City are 11 PM–midnight (local time). Early morning is usually the safest bet once the pavement has cooled overnight.
How do I know if the pavement is too hot for my dog in Daly City?
Use the 7-second test: press the back of your hand flat on the pavement for 7 seconds. If you can't hold it there comfortably, it's too hot for your dog's paws — regardless of what the air temperature says.