How to Monitor Pool Temperature Remotely

The warmer months in North America mean the beginning of pool season. If you own a pool, congratulations. You want to make the most out of your time using it while still keeping it safe, energy efficient and enjoyable for everyone. Most people rightly focus on maintaining the correct chemical balance for keeping your pool safe and sanitary, but something as simple as a wireless pool thermometer can make a huge impact as well.

What can a wireless pool thermometer offer you?

Convenience

Sure, you could get up and go physically check your pool temperature, but we live in a golden age of electronics, so let the pool monitor do the work for you. That way, you only get wet when you feel like diving in.

Live, Accurate Readings

You want to know the temperature right now, not from a few hours ago. Depending on whether you have an indoor or outdoor pool, you can have a wide variation in temperature based on air temperature, humidity, sun exposure, wind speed and direction, whether you keep it covered, the list goes on. It’s important to know if your pool temperature leaves the desired range as soon as possible, so you can adjust heating, chemicals, etc. Depending on the sensor connectivity and weather station, you can view your pool temperature remotely on the weather station console and the Ambient Weather Network (AWN) desktop or App.

Trend Analysis

A wireless pool thermometer offers a way to data log to discover patterns or trends or diagnose issues before they become problems. Do you remember everything you did a week ago? Why would you recall what temperature your pool was on any given day? Don’t you want to know how much heat your pool loses overnight so you can adjust the heating element, or forecast energy costs? A pool thermometer that reports and logs readings at regular intervals lets you spot the warning signs that something needs to be addressed. If something has malfunctioned or failed, the sooner you know about it, the sooner it can be fixed. With the Ambient Weather Network (AWN), you can remotely monitor, track and analyze your pool conditions from your personal dashboard.

Proper Maintenance

By using a wireless pool thermometer to maintain your pool’s desired temperature range, you prevent unnecessary maintenance. Proper temperature range between 75- and 85-degrees Fahrenheit helps the pool retain chlorine longer so less chemicals are needed.

How to choose a wireless pool thermometer: Features that matter

Wireless Range

Most wireless units connect vid Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. It’s important to choose a model that has the desired range. If the monitor is too far from the receiver, the connection will be lost, and you will not get any readings until you move it physically closer. Choose a model that has the range you need or select a different location for your receiver.

Temperature Range

Different monitors are designed for different types of pools. A hot tub needs a temperature range that exceeds 100 degrees Fahrenheit; a typical pool is fine having 100 degrees as a maximum, since it’s unlikely to go above that mark. Measuring temperatures below 30 degrees F is not relevant in a practical sense for a pool owner.

Accuracy +/-

You want to have a unit that is properly calibrated and can be accurate with +/- 2 degrees. That level of precision is suitable for most pool owners. Getting measurements within tenths of a degree will require scientific-grade temperature sensors- at significantly higher expense.

Recommended Wireless Pool Thermometers

Ambient Weather WH31PF Wireless Waterproof Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer

Type of sensor: Waterproof Floating

Recommended for: Anyone with a compatible Ambient Weather Station who wants to monitor their outdoor pool or spa temperature remotely.

Wireless Range: 300 feet under ideal conditions (100 feet under most conditions).

Temperature Range: -40 to 140° F

Compatible with:

Ambient Weather WH31P Waterproof Probe Temperature Sensor

Type of sensor: 10-foot IPX4 Waterproof Probe

Recommended for: Anyone with a compatible Ambient Weather Station who wants to monitor their covered pool or spa temperature remotely.

Wireless Range: Up to 300 feet line of sight (100 feet under most conditions)

Temperature Range: -4 to 140 °F (non-lithium batteries), -40 to 140 °F (lithium batteries)

Compatible with:

Other Wireless Pool Thermometers

Ambient Weather TX-3107 Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer

Type of sensor: Waterproof Floating

Recommended for: Anyone with a WS-7078, WS-7079, WS-8480, WS-8482, and WS-8478 Weather Station that wants to monitor their outdoor pool or spa temperature.

Wireless Range: up to 150 feet (100 feet in most conditions)

Temperature Range: -4 to 140 °F (non-lithium batteries), -40 to 140 °F (lithium batteries)

Compatible with:

Ambient Weather F007PF 8-Channel Wireless Pool and Spa Remote Sensor

Type of sensor: Waterproof Floating

Recommended for: Anyone with a WS-07, WS-08, and WS-09 Weather Station that wants to monitor their outdoor pool or spa temperature remotely.

Wireless Range: up to 300 feet line of sight (100 feet under most conditions)

Temperature Range: -4 to 140 °F (non-lithium batteries), -40 to 140 °F (lithium batteries)

Compatible with:

Conclusion

A wireless pool thermometer eliminates some of the guesswork and provides the information you need to keep your pool a popular and enjoyable gathering place. Spend less time checking your pool and more time swimming and relaxing poolside.