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Unscreened Exposed Pool Evaporation table

This table reflects approximate seasonal pool evaporation rates for unscreened exposed installations--signified by a lack of substantial barriers (i.e. hedges, trees, fences, etc) near an open (unscreened) pool. Note...add column 2 with (any of) the applicable columns 3-7 to arrive at your pool's approximate evaporation rate. Setting up a leak/evaporation test is an even better way to measure your pool's water loss. Also, you may want to check out our FAQ to get a better understanding of evaporation.
Mo.	Unscreened Exposed	*South Facing	Floor jet system	Solar heating	**Heat Pump per 10F	***Wind per 1mph
Jan	1/8”	+1/32”	+1/32”	+1/32”	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%
Feb	1/8”	+1/32”	+1/32”	+1/32”	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%
Mar	3/16”	+1/32 -1/16"	+1/32 -1/16"	+1/32 -1/16"	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%
Apr	3/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%
May	1/4”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16”	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%
Jun	1/4”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16”	+1/16”	+25%
Jul	3/16”-1/4”	+1/32”	+1/32”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16”	+25%
Aug	3/16”-1/4”	+1/32”	+1/32”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16”	+25%
Sep	3/16”-1/4”	+1/32”	+1/32”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16”	+25%
Oct	1/4”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16”	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%
Nov	3/16”-1/4”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16”	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%
Dec	1/8”-3/16”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/32”	+1/32” -1/16”	+1/16” -1/8”	+25%

* South-facing pools stay warmer (and evaporate more during cooler months) because they tend to absorb more sun energy and avoid northerly (winter) winds.

** Heat pump calculations are based on an every 10 degree (Fahrenheit) increment above ambient (the natural surrounding water) temperature.

*** Wind enhanced evaporation rates are based upon an every 1mph (avg.) increase in wind speed. For example, a constant 4mph wind (e.g. a cold front) would double a pool's evaporation rate.

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