10 Tips for Enjoying Your Hot Tub in Winter

Benefits of Winter Hot Tub Soaking

While winterizing your spa involves draining, cleaning, and protecting it from freezing, keeping your hot tub running offers unique winter perks along with everyday benefits.

Stay Warm Outside

A hot tub lets you enjoy the outdoors in warmth and comfort, even in freezing weather.

Cold-Weather Hydrotherapy

Soaking in your hot tub before exercise warms up your muscles, reducing the risk of strains, and after exercise, it soothes aching muscles and stiff joints.

Winter Socializing and Celebrations

Your hot tub can be the perfect gathering spot for friends and family during winter holidays, creating memorable experiences.

10 Tips for Winter Hot Tub Use

1. Invest in a Good Cover Ensure your cover is well-insulated and tightly sealed to maintain a constant high temperature in your hot tub.
2. Monitor the Water Level Regularly check and maintain the water level to prevent freezing and potential damage to your hot tub components.
3. Keep the Water Clean Stick to your regular cleaning and maintenance schedule to avoid complications in subzero temperatures.
4. Change Your Water Early Schedule water changes before winter to avoid the challenges of draining and refilling in freezing weather.
5. Turn Down the Jets Use jets sparingly and turn them off when not in use, as they can lower the water temperature by blowing in cold air.
6. Be Smart About Soak Times Limit your soak time to about 20 minutes to avoid stressing your body with extreme temperature changes.
7. Stay Hydrated Drink warm or room-temperature beverages to stay hydrated, and avoid alcohol, which can increase dehydration.
8. Have a Plan for Retreat Protect yourself from the cold after soaking by having a bathrobe, shoes, or slippers ready, and head indoors quickly.
9. Vacation Without Worry Use a remote monitoring service like Connextion™ from Hot Spring® Spas to keep an eye on your hot tub while you’re away. Your dealer can address any issues that arise.
10. Enhance Your Outdoor Sanctuary Add warmth and comfort to your hot tub area with heating lamps, a towel warmer, or a weatherproof rug. Ensure all electrical devices are safe from water contact.

Energy Usage and Assistance

If you’re unsure about running your hot tub all winter, consider the energy consumption. For any questions about winter hot tub use, contact Hot Spring Spas. They can provide detailed information about your model and its performance specifications.