How Hot Does a Hot Tub Get?

A hot tub is a great place to warm up, especially when the winter months are blowing through. Maybe you’re wondering just how hot does a hot tub get? This is a good question to answer so that you can use the hot tub as it is designed to be used. You want to enjoy the water at the perfect temperature. Bonnie & Clyde’s Pools and Spas has stores throughout the Metroplex to help Texans with their hot tub curiosities. Let’s look at the capabilities a spa has and the range of temperatures they offer.

Warm Hydrotherapy in Winter

First, let’s talk about the standard maximum hot tub temperature that is pre-set in most hot tubs. Most spa models designed nowadays will not allow the spa to exceed 104℉. This is for the safety of the spa itself, as well as for the protection of the people using the hot tub on a regular basis. 

You can determine the temperature of the water that you most enjoy, depending on the season or purpose for spa time. During the coldest days of the year, the heated water is often calling your name for its instant warming capability. By utilizing the heater, you can easily control the temperature of the spa water. You can head straight out for a soak without having to wait for the water to heat or to cool in the meantime. 

Some soakers feel that the 104℉ limit is too warm for comfortably entering or resting in the spa. Many people find that their sweet spot lies between 100 and 102℉ — just warm enough to relax and unwind — depending on the time of year.

Still Soaking in Summer

Next, keep in mind that the hot tub can offer hydrotherapy 365 days a year. A spa heater generally has a temperature range from 90-104℉. This makes soaking during the warmer days of the year just as beneficial as winter soaking. As long as the water is warm, your body can still relax and let the jets do their important work. 

When the temperature is below average body temperature, it will still feel refreshing as you step in for some hydrotherapy. And if you are hot-natured, the 90℉ setting might be most enjoyable for summer soaks. Turning the heater off completely is another option to consider if you want to test out the comfort level of non-heated hot tub water too. The hottest days of a Texas summer might be a great time to try that out!

Some local residents have a hot tub to complement their above-ground pool, whether in North Richland Hills or Decatur. This means they want to be able to swim in cooler water and still have the option to sit and enjoy a massage when they’re done playing. 

Now you know that the answer to your question, it is really up to your personal preference. Safe soaking can take place as long as the water doesn’t exceed 104℉. We have hot tubs from InnovaSpa® that are innovative and incredibly simple to install. Visit us at one of our six stores to find anything you need for your spa enjoyment.