The Great British weather. The only predictable thing about it is that you can never truly predict it. It doesn’t matter whether we’re in the height of the summer or in the depths of winters, we’re seemingly just as likely to see rain and snow as we are to see sunshine. 

With that in mind, many people potentially eying up getting their dream hot tub are put off at the prospect of the unreliable British summertime putting the kibosh to their hot tub party season. So, can you use a hot tub in the rain safely, and what can you do to heighten the experience? This blog will cover all of this and more.

Can You Go In a Hot Tub in the Rain?

Modern innovations in insulation means that yes, you can go in a hot tub in the rain. Come rain or shine, sleet or snow, you can enjoy the benefits of . In fact, the only weather condition that should make you think twice about taking a dip should be thunderstorms.  

Naturally, if you’re opting to go in your hot tub in the rain, you should still take more care and consider if the area is safe, if your hot tub has not been damaged by the weather, and if you would still enjoy your hot tub despite the conditions. 

Staying Safe When Using a Hot Tub in the Rain 

The first and most important thing you need to do if considering using your hot tub in the rain is to check your local weather report. While a little bit of rain isn’t likely to hurt anybody, a bolt of lightning certainly could, with grave consequences. 

If there’s any chance of thunder and lightning, we recommend that you do not use your hot tub at all. 

With the most grave safety threat out of the way, there are a few other ways you can make sure that everybody stays as safe as possible when using a hot tub in the rain, including: 

Enjoying Using a Hot Tub in the Rain

Some people, you may be surprised to hear, swear by the merits of the experience of relaxing in their hot tub in the rain. There are people who will extoll the virtues of hearing the pitter patter of the raindrops on the water as you forget all your worries. If you’re still on the fence about whether you should try out your hot tub on a rainy day, there are a couple of things you should consider. 

While the traditional drink to enjoy in a hot tub may be a cool glass of champagne, in the cooler months why not try pairing your experience with a steaming mug of hot chocolate, coffee, or tea? A hot drink in your hot tub will allow you to truly feel the warmth and relaxation both inside and out. 

An excellent tip when it comes to enjoying a warm drink in your tub is that instead of a traditional mug, a stainless steel cup will keep your drink warmer for longer, and is much safer. This type of container can’t break or shatter, meaning that should somebody drop their drink, you don’t need to worry about getting your entire tub cleaned out to get every last piece of shattered glass out. 

Another benefit of using your hot tub in the rain is that you are able to get the most out of your hot tubs built in LED lights. Virtually every tub in our catalogue comes with in-built LED lighting. 

There’s something truly unique, magical even, about soaking in your hot tub amongst the steaming water and massage jets surrounded by cool drops of rain water illuminating off your LED lights. All of this coming together can set the perfect stage for a calming experience.  

Can I Leave my Hot Tub Out in the Rain?

Leaving your hot tub out in the rain should be fine. A well-built, high-quality tub is designed to withstand the elements. However, while the components are protected, the outside may not be. A hot tub exposed to the elements can, over time, become weathered. High-quality and can do wonders for the longevity of your calming space. 

Lying back and enjoying the full sensory experience of your hot tub in the rain or snow is a calming experience. However, if you’re worrying that your tub will break whenever the heavens do open, its long-term soothing benefits could be undone. 

All of our hot tubs are built to withstand the harshest of inclement weather, even over prolonged periods. From bursts of extreme heat to rain, sleet to snow, the inner workings of your tub should remain completely safe and operational. Full foam insulation in particular will provide maximum protection, as well as also offering firm yet flexible support.  

A hot tub can be a big investment. Therefore, just because it is intended to be fine in all weather types, you should still attempt to take additional care when necessary — take care of your tub after particularly harsh weather and watch it last even longer.

What Hot Tubs Direct Can do to Help You Find the Perfect Hot Tub

When you invest in your dream hot tub, we think it’s important that you can be safe in the knowledge that the safety and usability of your investment isn’t tied to what the forecast says. If you spend thousands of pounds on your hot tub, you should be confident in the knowledge that you can use it whenever you like. 

The reality is that we don’t see all that much sun in the UK — so if you want to make the most of your new tub, soaking in the rain could be key. In fact, in places like Japan and Scandinavia, outdoor hot tubs, saunas, and natural springs are commonly used, even when the landscape is covered in thick blankets of snow. 

If you like the sound of lying back in your luxury hot tub listening to the calming sounds of rain all around you, don’t hesitate to browse our range of hot tubs from excellent brands such as and — feel free to with a member of our team to find out more or come by our Bury Showroom (Topley House, 52 Wash Ln, Bury, BL9 6AS). We’re ready and waiting to help.