What is a safe temperature for a home pool?
Recommended water temperatures for the type of activity ranges from 78F for fitness swimming, 82F for recreational swimming and 86F for water therapy. However, there is no recommended water temperature for residential pools — what it boils down to is individual comfort and preference. Although, please note that high water temperatures can present water quality issues. For more information on water quality, visit the following Web sites: • The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals: www.theapsp.org • National Swimming Pool Foundation: www.nspf.
