I live in Arizona, so why would I or anyone else want to sit in a spa in the 101 degree weather we have? Well most likely you wouldn't want to. But if you're one of the many families here in the desert without a beautiful crystal clear pool to cool down in, then you do what you can to stay cool.
In April I usually turn the temperature down in my spa. (Many people empty theirs for the summer) Normally it is maintained at 101 during the winter months. (Yes, we have winter months) As our temperatures rise here in Arizona, I begin lowering the temperature in the spa to around 85-90 degrees. Then in late June to early July there is little reason to heat the spa. Why pay good money when solar energy can take over.
But what about that "cooling down" concept that most pool owners boast about? I know this sounds a little crazy but my little Grand kids love when they come to Arizona and can play in their Grammie's spa, filled with ICE. Yes..ICE! Four or five (or as many as you like) cubed or block ice and you're relaxing in a cool, refreshing spa. Just keep the ice coming and everyone's happy and having fun! Well that's until the National Weather Service sends a warning that a Monsoon dust storm with 40-60 mile an hour winds is rolling into the valley from the east. You look up and sure enough..there it is!
You can enjoy your spa year round but remember that we have a pretty miserable Monsoon season here in Arizona. Keep your spa cover on and latched. The wind can pick up your hard cover and have it deposited in the neighbors 10' swimming pool several blocks away in a New York minute. Not to mention the 2" glob of mud that has been blown into your spa.
Batten down the hatches, it will be over in four more weeks!
Have a great summer and enjoy the water. Watch children around pools and spas!
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