16 Best Patio Umbrellas for Shade All Summer Long

For a beautiful and high-end addition to your patio, this teak umbrella with brass-finished joints is a stunning option. Choose your fabric from a list of Sunbrella colors and patterns to create a customized outdoor space.

Made in California from quality materials, this option isn’t just durable, but it’s also beautiful. The cord that lifts the umbrella is made from a strong 100% Kevlar mesh, the canopy is Sunbrella fabric, and the frame comes with a factory warranty.

If you serve a lot of summer meals al fresco, consider a large rectangular umbrella for outdoor dining and lounging. You can rotate this heavy-duty cantilever option a full 360 degrees. And there’s even five height options. Its powder-coated aluminum frame is also rust-resistant. But, note that you have to purchase the base separately.

This octagon-shaped cantilever umbrella comes with a sturdy base that will keep it from tipping over. The canopy provides a UPF of 80+ sun protection and is also fade-resistant. Many happy customers report the umbrella is easy to set up and operate.

This cantilever umbrella has an aluminum frame with a faux-wood finish. It features extra adjustment options to help provide shade and UPF 50+ protection, no matter the sun’s position. You have to purchase the base separately. Note that the base should be at least 176 lbs to offset the weight of the umbrella.

Feel like you’re right on the French Riviera with this fun scallop-edge umbrella. The Sunbrella canopy fabric comes in 12 shades and opens easily with a crank lift mechanism. You can purchase the round umbrella base separately.

This beautiful Amalfi-inspired umbrella will bring the vacation to you! The laminated reclaimed timber pole is and the adorable clamshell base (sold separately) comes in several colors to mix and match. Because of its less sturdy base, just make sure you bring the umbrella inside when not in use.

This fun, inexpensive lighted umbrella has a total of 18 LED lights, three on each of the ribs. The on/off switch is on the umbrella pole, and the solar panel is on top of the umbrella. It comes in several colors as well as this cute black and white stripe option.

Because of its unique three-tier design, this umbrella allows for increased airflow. This helps keep it stable in windy conditions and prevent hot air from being trapped underneath. The soft and sturdy acrylic canopy fabric and alloy steel pole make this a great durable option.

No room for a full umbrella? Try a half umbrella! Hundreds of positive reviews report that this umbrella acts like an awning for some shade in a tight space. It’s 9 ft at its widest point and can be used with either a patio table or a weighted base.

If you’re looking for a dining table umbrella made from natural materials, this eucalyptus version is a beautiful choice. It’s made from FSC-certified wood, so you can rest easy knowing you’re supporting eco-friendly forestry. It will also help keep your skin safe with its 98% UV protection.

For something unique, consider this handmade Balinese umbrella. This one is made from hand-painted white canvas, beads, and seashells. (However, there are many other designs available.) The pole is made from a durable durian wood and the ribs are bamboo.

This Amazon favorite has thousands of five-star reviews, comes in two dozen colors, and even has a push-button tilt feature. It’s a budget choice and smaller in size, so you could set up more than one in matching or contrasting colors if you need a fair amount of shade.

For those who are confident they want vibrant outdoor lighting from their umbrella, then look no further than this option. It has a whopping 80 LED lights. The pole is made of steel and the canopy is made from a no-fade acrylic fabric, so that means it’ll also be a durable option.

If you are looking for an umbrella that has it all, then this is it. This baby has LED lighting and heaters so you can use it year-round. Made right in the USA from cast aluminum and hand-stitched Sunbrella fabric, it resists both mildew as well as fading. It has a telescoping system that allows it to open and close easily, and all of its parts are replaceable. It also comes in five different finishes.