A Quick Guide to Autumn Hot Tub Use

The autumn season brings a lot of changes to the outdoors, but you do not need chilly weather to impact your hot tub experience. The warm temperatures of hot tub water gives you the opportunity to use a hot tub all year round. When each season comes, you may have some slight changes to consider and get the most out of your hot tub experience.

For autumn, consider multiple adjustments to make for hot tub use. Whether you already own a hot tub or are in the market for a new one, this quick guide is something you can reference year after year as you enjoy your hot tub during the autumn season.

Water Levels

Autumn is an ideal time to check the water levels in your hot tub. As the air gets chilly and summer humidity goes away, you may want to sink deeper into the hot tub water and feel the warmness over your body.

Lower water levels could prevent you from a full soak.

Follow the guidelines on specific hot tub models to ensure the water is at a maximum level without being overfilled. The extra water you add will make a big difference while you soak and eliminate extra exposure to the outside world.

Lighting Options

One of the big events in autumn is when daylight saving time ends. This means that most states require people to set their clock back one hour, and the sun sets a lot sooner due to the time change and a natural shift in the seasons. Instead of sitting in your hot tub in the darkness, consider different lighting options for the hot tub.

When you order a new hot tub, you have a number of built-in light options. Bright LED lights can illuminate the water inside a hot tub along with the edges of the hot tub. Light features may include easy access panels, color options, and automatic light sensors.

Also consider external lights. For example, you could install a floodlight that shines near the hot tub area. For a more subtle look, consider string lights around the hot tub area. String lights provide a soft brightness and can provide illumination for when you get in and out of the hot tub at night.

Autumn Debris

Autumn is nicknamed fall for a reason. Leaves, twigs, acorns, and other debris will quickly fall from trees and could make their way to your hot tub. Fortunately, a hot tub cover will block out most of the debris and keep your water- and clutter-free. However, as you go to use your hot tub, you may notice debris on top of the cover.

Gently wipe away any debris before you open the cover. You may think that the debris will just slide off, but you do not want any pieces to accidentally fall in. Purchase a large push broom that can clear the cover off with just a couple of movements. After a few times, the sweeping process will become a part of your normal hot tub routine.

Firepits

Consider adding a firepit in a seating area close to the hot tub. During the chilly nights, a firepit offers an ideal companion to the hot tub. Once you're done using the hot tub, continue conversations and stay warm next to the fire pit. You do not have to rush inside or end your evening just because the autumn air is cold.

A firepit also offers the opportunity to hang out and socialize with family members or guests who don't use the hot tub. Keep everyone warm when you combine both elements through the colder months.

Autumn is also an ideal time to purchase a new hot tub, and our professional sales team at Anchor Pools & Spas can help you with the process. Contact us to learn about all of the hot tub options available.