normal temperature for horses
The normal temperature of a horse is 100.5Â° F. The temperature can vary slightly up or down by half a degree during the day, and between individuals. Foals have a slightly higher temperature than adult horses; for them, up to 101.5Â° F can be considered normal.
1 The normal temperature of a horse can range from 99.5 degrees to 101.5 degrees, with an average of 100 degrees. 2  A fever is classified as mild at 102 degrees and excessive at 106 degrees. 3  Exercise, excitement and hot weather raise normal body temperature.