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Can you use a hot tub in winter?
Absolutely. Your Northern Lights hot tub can be enjoyed throughout the year and actually thrives during the winter season. The wood, Western Red Cedar, is naturally well suited to all weather conditions, while the right heating system keeps your water warm and ready whenever you want to use it.
Warm water feels even better in winter
Western Red Cedar is well suited to winter
Every Northern Lights hot tub is handcrafted from Canadian Western Red Cedar. Its natural properties make it exceptionally well-suited for a hot tub that remains in your garden throughout all four seasons. Western Red Cedar is naturally durable and resistant to moisture and decay. In fact, people have used cedar to build with for hundreds of years, with many structures still standing today.
Cedar has naturally strong insulation qualities. It transfers heat slowly, helping to limit heat loss through the walls of your tub. This becomes especially useful during winter, when your water is warm and the surrounding air can be considerably colder. In combination with our insulating covers, you can ensure the highest heat retention so your tub is warmed up and ready for a soak whenever you want.
Heat pumps are the solution
With an electric spa system or heat pump, you can choose the temperature you enjoy and have warm water waiting for your next soak. It maintains the water at your preferred temperature between uses.
A heat pump is particularly efficient because it draws heat from the surrounding air and transfers it to the water. This requires considerably less electricity than producing the same amount of heat with a traditional electric heater. For regular hot tub use, especially throughout the colder months, this can make a noticeable difference in energy consumption. It also makes using your hot tub much more convenient. The temperature can be set and controlled automatically, so your hot tub can stay ready for whenever you want to use it.
Combined with a well-fitting insulated cover and the natural insulating properties of Western Red Cedar, a heat pump helps retain and maintain that warmth efficiently. This makes it a practical heating option if you want to enjoy your hot tub regularly throughout winter and the rest of the year.
