Do I Need Pool Heat?
Avoid being disappointed with your vacation home's pool temps! Pool temps drop whenever ambient temps drop. Water temps below 80° F are not comfortable for many swimmers. Guests who pay for pool heat, and especially October to May, are happier and more likely to enjoy a rental home's pool.
Undecided about paying for pool heat? To make the best decision, read this blog, consider weather conditions before your arrival date and talk to Arizona Vacation Home Rentals in advance of your stay.
Ambient Temperatures and Pool Heating
The chart below shows the average high and low temps by month in the greater Phoenix area. Most years, 300+ days are sunny, making it possible to swim in heated pools year round.
Average High and Low Temps in Phoenix Area
| Average | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 67°F | 71°F | 78°F | 86°F | 95°F | 104°F | 106°F | 104°F | 99°F | 88°F | 75°F | 66°F |
| Temp. | 55°F | 59°F | 65°F | 73°F | 82°F | 92°F | 95°F | 93°F | 88°F | 76°F | 63°F | 55°F |
| Low | 46°F | 49°F | 54°F | 61°F | 70°F | 79°F | 85°F | 84°F | 77°F | 65°F | 53°F | 46°F |
Other Factors that Influence Pool Temps
- Weather conditions, past and present
- Pool's daily sun exposure (March through September have the longest daylight hours).
- Wind volume and relative humidity
- Size of pool (depth, volume and surface area)
- Availability of a cover/solar blanket for overnight covering
Our Pool Heating Policies
Arizona Vacation Home Rentals highly recommends pool heating October to May. The following information explains our pool heating policies:
- Pool heating fees are a daily rate and determined by the size of the home and pool.
- When you pay for pool heat we guarantee 80°F and often can elevate the temps a few degrees higher.
- It takes about 24 hours to heat a pool to the guaranteed temp of 80°F.
- Most of the time we require heating for a minimum of 4 days.
- We can and do heat pools if guests change their minds and want to add heat after arriving. Keep in mind that time enjoying the pool will be shorter due to the time required to elevate the temps.
- Evaporation is a major cause of heat loss; pools should be covered when not in use and especially overnight. Many of our home's pools have covers and we recommend keeping them covered when you're not swimming.
- Based on our reviews, few if any guests think pool heat is a waste of money.
Heating Spas and Hot Tubs
- When guests request and pay for pool heat, heating an in-ground spa is included.
- Guests who do not pay for pool heat will need to pay a small daily fee to heat the in-ground spa.
- Hot tubs that sit on the ground are heated for guests and there are no additional fees.
- Ideal spa and hot tub temps are approximately 104°F.
- To maintain the temp, hot tubs should be covered when not in use.
Pool and spa heating, including rates, are explained on each home's listing where applicable. If you have additional questions, please email us at AZvacationhomerentals.com or call/text 480-470-7739.
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