Simulated turf4E47114-447?Evapotranspiration? (water evaporating from soil/plants) cools the air.Simulated turf4E47114-447?Soil acts as a heat sink, absorbing less radiation.Simulated turf4E47114-447?Artificial grass? can get hotter because:Simulated turf4E47114-447?Synthetic fibers absorb and retain heat? (especially dark-colored turf).Simulated turf4E47114-447?No natural cooling mechanism? like live plants.Simulated turf4E47114-447?? ?Data Point:Simulated turf4E47114-447On a ?90°F (32°C) day, artificial turf can reach ?140–160°F (60–71°C)?—hot enough to burn bare feet.