How Seasonal Weather Affects Pool Water Chemistry

Maintaining balanced pool water all year round is essential to the health of swimmers and the safety of your pool. To uphold healthy pool water, you need to have an understanding of the external factors that can impact your pool water chemistry. Seasonal weather changes like extreme temperatures, rain, snow and more may leave you needing pool service in Pickering. Understanding the impact that various weather conditions have on your pool water can help you readjust your pool chemicals accordingly. Having sufficient pool supplies, chemicals, and testing strips is key to maintenance. If you are in need of pool maintenance or a pool closing service, reach out to Seaway Pools & Hot Tubs today!

Summer: High Temperatures & Increased UV Exposure

In the summer months, Canadians experience extreme heat and a high UV index. What many may not realize is that long-term UV exposure can actually break down chlorine at a much faster rate. This will lower chlorine levels in your pool, leading to you needing to adjust the chemicals more frequently. This is why regular water testing is so essential in the summer. It is recommended that water be tested weekly, at a minimum, to ensure that you can maintain the ideal chlorine levels. 

The extreme heat in the summer months also leads to faster water evaporation, leading to a higher concentration of minerals and/or salts in the water. This can lead to scaling if left untreated. Refilling your water to maintain the appropriate levels will help minimize the risk of scaling.

Fall: Leaves, Debris & Cooler Nights

Fall/Autumn is characterized by cooler temperatures and falling leaves, both of which can have an impact on your pool water. As leaves fall off neighbouring trees, they pick up dirt and debris from the ground and surrounding plants. When foliage enters your pool, so do dirt and bacteria. Both dirt and bacteria can impact the pH and alkalinity of your pool, again, making regular testing prudent, even in the Fall months. Water chemistry aside, foliage can also clog your pool filter and heater. To avoid this, you’ll need to ensure you have the right pool supplies needed to remove leaves and other loose items. 

Winter: Cold Temperatures, Snow & Ice

Most pool owners find the weather to be too cool in the winter for pool use. As a result, many pool owners opt for pool closing in the winter to keep their pool well-protected from ice, snow and freezing temperatures. Given how little pools are used in the winter, the risk of algae growth is very high. This is why a proper pool closing routine is essential. Chlorine, balancers and shock treatments must be applied to prevent pool corrosion, algae and excess bacteria. This process can be tricky to get right, so we usually recommend investing in a professional pool closing service.

Don’t Let Seasonal Weather Affect Your Pool

Seasonal weather changes can have a significant impact on your pool’s water chemistry. By understanding how each season affects your pool, you can adjust your pool maintenance routine, protect your pool’s structure, and keep the water safe and inviting year-round. You just need to ensure that you have access to the right pool supplies and chemicals to get the job done. Shop pool supplies from Seaway Pools & Hot Tubs online or book a pool closing with us over the phone!

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