Public swimming facilities are at maximum availability through the hot summer season, bringing relief to locals looking to stay cool. — Photo by Bobbie Toner

Swim, spray facilities to the rescue from summer heat
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By Rachael Hines

If you’re looking to beat summer heat, pools are now open around the city. Check out www.somervillema.gov/SomerH2Omap for a full map of Somerville’s public pools and water feature parks.

Dilboy pool is open from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, and 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Saturday in Sunday.

Foss Park’s Latta Brothers Memorial pool will be open from 11:15 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. daily and the spray deck will be open 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Kennedy Pool is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for lap swimming.

Lightning or stormy weather may affect hours for any or all of the locations. While mask usage is not recommended while swimming, unvaccinated individuals should continue to wear masks outside of the water. Social distancing is required for all.