Summer in New Zealand has a way of sneaking up on us. One minute we’re pulling jackets from the back of the wardrobe, and the next we’re planning long weekends at the bach, beach days with friends, and those inevitable road trips that always seem to involve a detour for ice cream.
It’s the season we look forward to all year - but it’s also the time when your body quietly works the hardest. And that’s exactly why the quality of the water you drink matters more than ever.
Your body needs more than just “more water”
Most of us know we should drink more in summer. The heat, humidity, and extra activity mean we lose water quickly through sweat, even when we don’t feel particularly thirsty.
But what usually gets missed is this: If the water you’re drinking isn’t pure, your body has to work harder just to process it.
Town-supplied water often contains chlorine, sediments, dissolved metals and other impurities added during treatment. While these substances make the water safe in a public-health sense, they can be tough on the body - especially when you’re already dehydrated.
When you're hot, tired, or sun-drenched, your body wants clean hydration it can use immediately. Not something it needs to filter twice.
Taste plays a bigger role than you think
On a hot day, you’re far more likely to drink often if the water tastes clean and fresh.
In fact, research repeatedly shows that people naturally drink more when the flavour is neutral and the smell is pleasant. Chlorine taste, metallic notes, or a faint “pool water” smell? Those are all triggers to drink less - right when you need it most.
Pure, great-tasting water isn’t just a nice-to-have in summer. It’s something that helps keep your whole family healthier and better hydrated without even thinking about it.
Hydration influences everything you enjoy in summer
Clear head. Good energy. Balanced mood. Strong digestion. Healthy skin. All of these rely on consistent hydration - yet dehydration in summer often creeps in slowly and quietly.
Some of the earliest signs?
- Low energy or irritability
- Headaches
- Light dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Trouble concentrating
- Muscle cramps
These are incredibly common on hot days, especially for kids, older adults, and anyone who’s active. And they’re often linked to not just low water intake, but low-quality water.
Water quality at holiday homes varies widely
If you’re heading to a bach or campground, you’ve probably noticed that the water often tastes different. Many regional areas rely on bore water, rural supply, or older plumbing systems that introduce sediments, odours, or inconsistent treatment.
Campervans and motorhomes are similar -water tanks can pick up stale tastes or residues, and not all holiday parks provide high-quality drinking water.
That’s why many Kiwis choose to install a purifying unit in their:
- holiday home
- campervan or motorhome
- sleepout or guest cabin
- kitchen at home before guests arrive
It’s a simple upgrade that makes hydration easier, safer, and far more enjoyable over the summer months.
Your body does its own “detox” but quality water helps it do the job
There’s a lot of noise about summer detoxes, celery juice resets, and all kinds of quick fixes. But the truth is far less dramatic:
Your body detoxifies itself naturally, every day, through your liver, kidneys, lungs, and skin.
Pure water supports these processes by helping your body:
- flush toxins efficiently
- regulate temperature
- transport nutrients
- maintain energy
- keep digestion moving
When the water is clean and free from chlorine and chemicals, your body can get on with the job without unnecessary strain.
The bottom line
Summer is the season your body asks for more support and it starts with the water you drink.
Pure, fresh-tasting water encourages you and your family to drink more, restores hydration faster, and keeps everyone feeling their best during long, hot days. Whether you're at home, at the bach, or on the road, the quality of your water matters more in summer than any other time of year.
And when it’s easy to access, you feel the difference.