Is It Too Hot to Walk Your Dog in East Flatbush, NY 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 East Flatbush.
Pavement is cool enough for paws right now.
Safe to walk in East Flatbush 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 | 68°–127°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 2 PM–midnight |
| Fri | 71°–127°F | 12 AM–11 AM, 4 PM–midnight |
| Sat | 73°–123°F | 12 AM–11 AM, 2 PM–midnight |
| Sun | 69°–136°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 5 PM–midnight |
| Mon | 70°–134°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 6 PM–midnight |
| Tue | 68°–138°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 7 PM–midnight |
| Wed | 74°–129°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 5 PM–midnight |
Typical this time of year
In East Flatbush, July walks are typically only safe before 10:00 AM and after 5:00 PM. On an average day this month, highs run about 85°F with overnight lows near 70°F.
Frequently asked questions
Is it too hot to walk my dog in East Flatbush right now?
Right now the estimated pavement temperature in East Flatbush is about 70°F, versus 70°F in the air — currently safe to walk. Today's remaining safe windows: 3 AM–10 AM, 2 PM–midnight.
How much hotter is the pavement than the air in East Flatbush?
In direct sun, asphalt in East Flatbush can sit 40–60°F above the air temperature. Today the model estimates a peak pavement temperature of about 127°F.
What time can I safely walk my dog in East Flatbush today?
Today's safe walking windows in East Flatbush are 3 AM–10 AM, 2 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 East Flatbush?
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.