Is It Too Hot to Walk Your Dog in Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City.
Pavement is cool enough for paws right now.
Safe to walk in Salt Lake City 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 | 70°–149°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
| Fri | 68°–152°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
| Sat | 76°–158°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 9 PM–midnight |
| Sun | 79°–159°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 9 PM–midnight |
| Mon | 80°–157°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 9 PM–midnight |
| Tue | 81°–155°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 9 PM–midnight |
| Wed | 79°–152°F | 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight |
Typical this time of year
In Salt Lake City, July walks are typically only safe before 9:00 AM and after 6:00 PM. On an average day this month, highs run about 95°F with overnight lows near 68°F.
Frequently asked questions
Is it too hot to walk my dog in Salt Lake City right now?
Right now the estimated pavement temperature in Salt Lake City is about 80°F, versus 80°F in the air — currently safe to walk. Today's remaining safe windows: 12 AM–10 AM, 8 PM–midnight.
How much hotter is the pavement than the air in Salt Lake City?
In direct sun, asphalt in Salt Lake City can sit 40–60°F above the air temperature. Today the model estimates a peak pavement temperature of about 149°F.
What time can I safely walk my dog in Salt Lake City today?
Today's safe walking windows in Salt Lake City are 12 AM–10 AM, 8 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 Salt Lake 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.