Water temperature for swimming

[lange]

Here in central Ohio, the temperature was about 90 today, and of course the kids wanted to swim. I was a bit reluctant, with the water termperature only at about 77.

(We bought this house with a 22,000 gallon IG pool last November, with the pool already closed. Opening the pool this spring was a breeze, the water cleared up quickly, and the only thing that I have done is replace the ancient DE filter with a 300 lb. sand filter, Hayward S244T).

Anyway, I said okay, let's get in. I was quite surprised that the water did not feel as cold as I was expecting. In short, we had a wonderful time, spending about an hour in the water, and it was really "quality family time". I never once felt cold. I am wondering if I really have to go to work tomorrow...

I live in canada here... saturday we played in the pool with 5 yo kid... the temp was 72... today 77 and it was perfect.
I know people north from here who use the pool all summer at 66-68. So don't worry, it's not dangerous when you are in the 70s

[sevver]

I prefer the temp to be between 86 and 89, but will deviate a bit. Over 90 generally feels too hot, except at night at least when it feels nice. I would not make it in Canada, no way would I swim in that.

[lange]

I prefer the temp to be between 86 and 89, but will deviate a bit. Over 90 generally feels too hot, except at night at least when it feels nice. I would not make it in Canada, no way would I swim in that.

my 77 felt great today... here when it 80-82, everybody is happy. Over 85, people usually think it's to hot

[sevver]

it was almost 100 here today. And muggy too. Lovely weather for swimming. :lol: