✔️ Lightweight umbrellas will be easier to carry to and from the car when heading to the beach. UPF rating 50+ is considered "excellent" from the Skin Cancer Foundation, but 30-49 is regarded as "very good." ✔️ UPF rated fabric means that the material can help protect you from UV rays. If you expect heavier winds, beach umbrellas that also include sandbags will help prevent it from blowing away. Opt for styles that have a built-in sand screw, so you don't have to purchase one separately. ✔️ Stable anchors will help keep your umbrella secure all day. Many of these picks include a carrying case to keep you hands-free when heading to the beach. For an easy beach trip, your beach umbrella needs to be lightweight and easy to transport and set up without blowing away if the winds pick up. GH pros vetted these picks for having innovative features, like built-in sand screws and included sand bags, and use high UPF rated fabric for sun protection. The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab tests everything for your ultimate beach day including slimming swimsuits, beach towels, beach chairs, walking sandals and coolers. While a great sunscreen and good hat can protect you against the strong rays and all that Mother Nature has to offer on the beach, you can't go wrong with a pick from our roundup of the best beach umbrellas to really practice good sun safety. Staying safe in the sun is important all year long, but none more so than in those summer months when it's on full blast. We added new picks from Sunphio, OutdoorMaster and Mainstays.Īn exciting day at the beach can quickly turn sour when you end up having to deal with windy beaches, sand blowing in the breeze into your face and of course, too much sun - which can leave you feeling sore later and your skin super damaged long-term. We updated this article in July 2022 to ensure all products selected by the Textiles Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute were in stock and reflect current pricing.
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