This is a debatable subject! The suggested pool temperature is usually dependant on the person’s activity in the pool. Below are some ideas regarding water temperatures for various activities.
| Highly Competitive Swimming Teams: | 78 to 80 degrees | |
| Water Fitness | Preschool: 3 – 5 years: 6 – 13 years: Adults: | 88 to 94 degrees 86 to 90 degrees 84 to 86 degrees 85 to 89 degrees |
| Swimming Lessons (beginners) | Arthritis: Prenatal: Aqua Aerobics: Water Walking: | 83+ degrees (83 degrees is a minimum) 84+ degrees 78 to 82 degrees The older the person, the higher they like the water temperature (up to a certain point). |
When you have a “multi-purpose” pool, it’s important to keep in mind that not everybody will be happy with the temperature. The average water at these pools is between 84 and 86 degrees perfect for swimming but maybe too warm if someone needs an extra cooling break from time to time!