A weather score with paws in mind.

Safety gates come first

Severe heat, thunderstorms or storm-force gusts, freezing rain and heavy snow force a no for a proper walk. The score cannot talk its way around those conditions.

For heat, the site uses both air temperature and feels-like temperature. It also considers sunshine, humidity, route surface and any heat-sensitive breathing profile you choose.

Then we assess exposure

Rain, snow, wind, gusts, visibility, darkness, cold exposure and the chance of rain can lower the score. Wet, hot and icy surfaces have their own adjustments because the same forecast feels very different on grass, tarmac and woodland paths.

Small dogs, short coats, puppies, seniors, thick coats, a longer route and optional extra-care needs only affect the score when the weather makes those differences relevant.

Pollen is optional

Pollen does not change a general dog-walk score. Select pollen sensitivity for a dog or walker if it is relevant, and the score will show the adjustment plainly. Pollen data may not be available outside Europe or outside pollen season.

Read the breakdown, then use judgement

Tap Score details to see the 100-point starting score and each applied plus or minus. The verdict, hourly cards and explanation panel all use those same factors.

The forecast cannot see shade, traffic, flooded paths, gritted surfaces, official local warnings or how your dog feels today. Check the surface with your hand in warm weather, choose a safer route when needed, and speak to a vet for health concerns.