The sun is shining, the days are longer, and bodies of water look particularly As the weather heats up, it's natural to take a lot of your indoor activities outside. Much like lunch at home seems way more appealing as a picnic, sex can become even more exciting when it happens al fresco. And really, having sex in the water makes perfect sense. But having sex in water isn't without its risks. Below, six things you need to know before you dive in.

When it comes to summertime sex, it's hard not to think about having sex in a pool or in the ocean. Or lake. Or river. Or maybe even while rolling around on a Slip'n Slide under a sprinkler. If it's already hot as hell and you're leaving swamp ass all over the city , it only makes sense that when you have sex, you might want to do it in a nice cool place. Sure, sweaty sex can be deliciously hot but, honestly, there's only so much sweaty sex a person can take. While pool sex is refreshing and fun, from a physical standpoint, it's not the best idea.

Skip navigation! Story from Sex. While sex on the beach or in an ocean, lake, pool, hot tub, or shower , can be a turn-on, the presence of water adds a few difficulties. We talked to sex educator Erica Smith no relation, although she has almost the same name as me to get the facts.

From horror stories about infections and rashes to romanticized hot tub trysts on shows like Riverdale , you've likely encountered a lot of conflicting information about whether or not it is safe to have sex in a pool or hot tub. In an effort to set the record straight, I asked two experts to help clarify the myths and truths about underwater sex. The answer to the safety question is more nuanced than a simple yes or no, but if you do choose to get intimate in a pool or hot tub, there are certain precautions you should take and potential risks to be aware of. Megan Stubbs, a board-certified sexologist with degrees in biology and human sexuality, says some sexual activities are safe for pools and hot tubs, but not all. Here's what else you need to know about the downsides and possible dangers of having sex in water.