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Normal rectal temperature for the horse ranges between 99.5Â° and 101.5Â°F, with 100Â°F the average. Environmental temperature extremes, exercise, and excitement may change an individual horseâs body temperature slightly, but body temperature usually remains within the normal range during these conditions.bove-normal rectal temperatures in horses may Large animal veterinary thermometer with string and hair clip attached indicate disease, overheating, or colic. Extremely high temperatures can lead to convulsions or death. A below-normal rectal temperature may indicate shock, chilling, or a critically ill animal.
If the weather is extremely hot or extremely cold, your horseâs temperature may be slightly off one way or the other. 1  In cold winter weather, a horseâs normal temperature shouldnât be above about 100.5 degrees F. 2  During the summer, a horseâs core temperature can raise up to 101 degrees F or more.all the vet if your horse has other symptoms. If your horse's temperature is above the normal range, and he has other symptoms, contact your veterinarian. 1  Observe your horse and keep track of the other symptoms, such as loss of appetite or lack of energy.