Summer is all about sunshine, sprinklers, and silly fun—and what better way to beat the heat than with a laugh? These kid-friendly summer jokes are perfect for road trips, poolside giggles, or backyard BBQs. So grab your shades, settle into a lounge chair, and get ready to laugh your flip-flops off!
1. Why don’t oysters share their pearls in the summer?
Because they’re a little shellfish!
2. What do you call a snowman in July?
A puddle!
3. Why did the sun go to school?
To get a little brighter!
4. What does a cloud wear under its raincoat?
Thunderwear!
5. Why did the crab never share his beach toys?
Because he was a little shellfish!
6. How do bees get to the beach?
On a buzz!
7. What do you get when you combine a dog and a hot day?
A hot dog!
8. What did the ocean say to the sailboat?
Nothing, it just waved.
9. Why don’t fish like playing basketball in summer?
They’re afraid of the net!
10. What does a tree wear to a pool party?
Swimming trunks!
11. Why do bananas use sunscreen at the beach?
Because they peel!
12. What’s the best day to go to the beach?
SUNday!
13. What kind of music do killer whales like?
Anything with a good tuna.
14. Why did the ice cream truck break down?
Because of the rocky road!
15. What does a sunburn say to the aloe?
I’m feeling a little burned out.
16. Why did the kid sit in the shade?
Because it was tree-mendously hot!
17. What do you call seagulls that live near the bay?
Bagels!
18. How do you catch a squirrel at the beach?
Climb a tree and act like a coconut.
19. What do you get when you cross a vampire with a beach umbrella?
Shade that really bites!
20. What’s a shark’s favorite summer sandwich?
Peanut butter and jellyfish!
21. Why do fish swim in saltwater?
Because pepper makes them sneeze!
22. What kind of water cannot freeze?
Hot water!
23. Why did the watermelon cross the road?
Because it saw the salad dressing!
24. What do you call a lazy kangaroo in the summer?
A pouch potato.
25. Why do potatoes make good detectives at the beach?
Because they always keep their eyes peeled!
26. What did the beach say when the tide came in?
Long time no sea!
27. Why did the popsicle go to school?
Because it wanted to be a smartie pop!
28. How do you know the ocean is friendly?
It waves a lot!
29. What do frogs like to drink in the summer?
Croak-a-cola!
30. What do you get when you throw a lot of books into the ocean?
A title wave!
31. Why did the sun get into trouble at school?
Because it couldn’t stop throwing shade!
32. What kind of bath do you take in the summer?
A sun bath!
33. Why was the sand wet?
Because the sea weed!
34. What’s a cat’s favorite summer treat?
Mice cream!
35. Why didn’t the skeleton go swimming?
He didn’t have the guts!
36. What game do little fish play at the beach?
Salmon says!
37. How do you prevent a summer cold?
Catch it in the winter!
38. Why did the surfer bring a bar of soap to the beach?
He wanted to catch a clean wave!
39. What does the sun drink out of?
Sunglasses!
40. Why do hamburgers go to the beach?
To get a little buns in the sun!
41. How do you make a pool laugh?
Tell it a dry joke!
42. What do you call a fish with no eyes?
Fsh!
43. What does a dolphin say when he’s confused?
Can you be more Pacific?
44. What’s a popsicle’s favorite movie?
Frozen!
45. Why don’t eggs go out in the summer?
They don’t want to get scrambled!
46. What do you call a sunburned librarian?
Well-red.
47. How do you know it’s too hot outside?
The chickens are laying hard-boiled eggs!
48. What did one pool noodle say to the other?
Stop being so shallow!
49. Why don’t pineapples ever get invited to pool parties?
Because they’re always a little prickly!
50. What do cows do on summer vacation?
Go to Moo York City!
51. What did the camper say to the marshmallow?
I’m roasting you later!
52. Why do you never see penguins at the beach?
Because they’re afraid of the sand-wich!
53. What do ghosts like to do in the summer?
Boo-gie board!
54. Why did the lemonade file a report?
It was getting squeezed too much!
55. What did the grill say to the hamburger?
You’re on fire today!
56. What kind of tree fits in your hand during summer?
A palm tree!
57. Why was the math book sad during summer vacation?
Because it had too many problems!
58. What do you call a snow cone’s evil twin?
A slush villain!
59. What does a sunscreen bottle say to the sun?
You’re not the brightest idea!
60. Why did the coconut stop in the middle of the road?
It ran out of juice!
61. What do you call a fish that practices medicine in the summer?
A sturgeon!
62. How do surfers say goodbye?
Catch you later, dude!
63. What’s the most relaxing sport in summer?
Pool vaulting!
64. Why don’t pool toys ever get into trouble?
They always stay afloat of the rules!
65. What did the sunglasses say to the face?
I’ve got you covered!
66. What do you call a deer at the beach?
A sandler!
67. Why did the lifeguard bring string to the beach?
To tie the waves together!
68. What’s the best way to talk to a hot dog?
With mustard courage!
69. Why did the flip-flop go to therapy?
It had separation anxiety!
70. What’s a shark’s favorite summer movie?
Jaws-ome!
71. Why do flamingos never sunburn?
They always flamingle in the shade!
72. What kind of bugs are found on the beach?
Sand-tibodies!
73. What’s a camper’s favorite type of story?
One with s’more suspense!
74. Why did the bicycle fall over on summer vacation?
It was two-tired!
75. What’s a frog’s favorite summertime candy?
Lollihops!
76. What kind of race is best in the summer?
A pool position race!
77. Why do pirates never get sunburned?
They always sea-k shade!
78. What’s the best snack for a beach day?
Sandy-wiches!
79. How do you make summer music?
With a tropical beat!
80. What do watermelon say when they fall in love?
You make me melt-on!
We hope these 80 summer jokes brought a big, sunny smile to your day! Whether you’re sharing them at the beach, during a road trip, or around the campfire, they’re sure to spark laughter all season long. Keep the giggles going and remember—every summer is better with a good joke (or 80)!
