Dog Health & Weather in El Paso, TX

Live dog health conditions for El Paso, TX — updated hourly.

Hey El Paso dog families!

Those 16 mph winds might feel nice, but they're drying out the air and making that 107°F asphalt even hotter for paws, heads up!

Even with clouds, 97°F is serious business for any dog, especially a thick-coated Lab. That 'feels like' 92°F is still too much for long walks. Keep those outings to before 10 AM or after 6 PM to avoid scorching paws and overheating, even for allergy-prone pups.

🩺The 97°F heat and those 16 mph winds can dehydrate your dog faster than you think, even if the breeze makes it *feel* cooler. Always have water handy, and watch for excessive panting.
✂️For our Labs and other double-coated pals, that 27% humidity and heat means shedding can get intense. Brush daily to help air flow and check thoroughly for those 80/100 flea/tick risks!
🤧Great news for our allergy-sensitive dogs! Pollen counts are zero across the board today (Grass: 0, Tree: 0, Weed: 0), and air quality is 'Good' (AQI 29). Enjoy the fresh air without the sneezes!
🎾Today's a 'before 10 AM or after 6 PM' kind of day for outdoor play. Skip the full walk down Mesa or Resler when the asphalt's 107°F. Backyard fetch or a mental game indoors is much safer.

Our UV Index is a blistering 10.5 today, even with clouds! This extreme UV can harm a dog's eyes and cause sunburn on short-coated breeds or exposed areas like noses.

Conditions

High 97°F(36°C)
Low 84°F(29°C)
Feels like 92°F
Humidity 27%
Wind 16 mph
Sky Clouds

Breed Risk Levels Today

Caution: French Bulldog, Pug, Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Dachshund, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Husky, German Shepherd, Corgi, Beagle, Mixed / Unknown — limit to 10 min outdoors

Environmental Health

Air Quality
AQI 29
Good
PM2.5: 6.9 µg/m³
UV Index
10.5
Extreme
Peak: 30pm–11pm
Pollen
Low
Grass 0 · Tree 0 · Weed 0
Flea & Tick
80/100
Flea 80 · Tick 70
Mosquito
60/100
Moderate risk
Soil Temp
118°F
Moisture: 4%

Surface Temperatures

Paw burns can occur in under 60 seconds above 120°F. Grass is always significantly cooler.

Midday12pm–5pm
Asphalt 103°FGrass 93°F
Evening5pm–9pm
Asphalt 101°FGrass 91°F

Today's Health Notes

Breed-specific advice for Labrador Retrievers in today's conditions.

🩺 Vet

Good news: dry heat lets the coat do some of its insulating work. Bad news: it's still too hot for extended play. Your thick-coated dog will want to keep going — you need to be the one to stop.

✂️ Groomer

Dry heat pulls moisture from a thick coat. Brush regularly to distribute natural oils — it keeps the coat healthy and improves its natural insulating properties.

🤧 Allergist

Dry heat dries out the skin under a thick coat, weakening the skin barrier. That's when environmental allergens penetrate and cause itching, hot spots, and redness. A humidifier indoors helps more than you'd think.

🎾 Trainer

Dry heat training for thick coats: early morning water work if you have access. Swimming is the only exercise that tires them out without overheating. Plus you can train retrieves.

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