How long does asphalt take to dry?

Question

My street was paved today. It has been cloudy all day, I have not seen the sun at all. I need to go somewhere and was wondering if it is safe to drive on or do I have to wait.

Thanks

PS: Sorry but this is the best subject I could find to put it under.

Answer 1

Asphalt needs to cool and harden, not dry.  It should be okay to drive on a couple hours after being paved.

Answer 2

it never really dries because of the oil content thats why on a really hot bay you can see it get shiny thats the oil coming to the surface