Is It Too Hot to Walk Your Dog in Denver, CO 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 Denver.
Pavement is cool enough for paws right now.
Safe to walk in Denver until 10 AM 🐾
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 | 59°–140°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 2 PM–3 PM, 4 PM–5 PM, 6 PM–midnight |
| Fri | 59°–145°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 5 PM–midnight |
| Sat | 68°–152°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
| Sun | 75°–154°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
| Mon | 74°–153°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
| Tue | 76°–152°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
| Wed | 76°–154°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
Typical this time of year
In Denver, July walks are typically only safe before 10:00 AM and after 5:00 PM. On an average day this month, highs run about 90°F with overnight lows near 61°F.
Frequently asked questions
Is it too hot to walk my dog in Denver right now?
Right now the estimated pavement temperature in Denver is about 65°F, versus 65°F in the air — currently safe to walk. Today's remaining safe windows: 12 AM–10 AM, 2 PM–3 PM, 4 PM–5 PM, 6 PM–midnight.
How much hotter is the pavement than the air in Denver?
In direct sun, asphalt in Denver can sit 40–60°F above the air temperature. Today the model estimates a peak pavement temperature of about 140°F.
What time can I safely walk my dog in Denver today?
Today's safe walking windows in Denver are 12 AM–10 AM, 2 PM–3 PM, 4 PM–5 PM, 6 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 Denver?
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.