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Summer heat wave 2023: Best patio umbrellas for shade

By Jennifer Martin Updated on: July 31, 2023 / 1:56 PM / Essentials CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on

By Jennifer Martin

Updated on: July 31, 2023 / 1:56 PM / Essentials

CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms.

Patio umbrellas are an essential outdoor accessory. They can help shade you from the sun in the summer heat. These versatile structures come in various styles, sizes and materials, providing an array of options to suit your preferences and needs. And we've found some of the best ones at Amazon and Walmart, just in time to create shade in your backyard during the hottest parts of the summer.

Top patio umbrellas in this article:

Cozy Daisy 15-foot large patio umbrella, $166 (regularly $170)

The Pioneer Woman Delaney multi-color patio umbrella, $50

Mainstays 9-foot stone tilting market patio umbrella with crank, $50

With a well-designed patio umbrella, you can create a cool and refreshing outdoor space to help shade you from the sun and enjoy your time outdoors. Whether you want a market umbrella, an offset umbrella, a tilt umbrella or a lighted umbrella, your deck is going to have a shadier spot after you buy some of these patio umbrellas.

Our favorite umbrella options have features such as large canopies with UV-resistant materials, sturdy frames, and wind vents and opt for easy-to-use features such as crank systems and tilt mechanisms. We've rounded up the best patio umbrella options on the internet below. All of these umbrellas have a four-star rating or higher and include tons of positive reviews.

Shop customer-loved patio umbrella options for every yard size and backyard budget.

Transform your outdoor space with an umbrella that's big enough to provide a lot of extra shade with its UV-resistant canopy. It comes equipped with its own sturdy base. It features a user-friendly crank system, ensuring hassle-free opening and closing.

Available in brown or blue.

Cozy Daisy 15-foot large patio umbrella, $166 (regularly $170)

This floral fade-resistant canopy adds a pop of color to your backyard or patio while protecting you from the sun's harsh UV rays. The umbrella can easily be tilted to adjust its coverage to the sun's position and your seating set-up.

It can be used with a patio table (like this one) or a free-standing base.

"I'm a big fan of Pioneer Woman products. When I saw this, I just had to have it," wrote one Walmart reviewer. "It was simple to set up with my little table set and is festive and beautiful on my patio!"

The Pioneer Woman Delaney multi-color patio umbrella, $50

The Blissun patio umbrella is a must-have for your outdoor space. With its durable aluminum frame and easy-to-use manual crank, it may provide reliable shade and protection from the sun. The fade-resistant canopy is available in 15 color options.

Blissun 9-foot outdoor market patio umbrella with push button tilt and crank, $54

The fade-resistant canopy of this patio umbrella provides ample shade from the sun. It features an easy-open crank and three-way tilt for precise positioning against the sun's rays. It needs to be paired with a 45-pound base through a table or freestanding with a 75-pound base. Supported by eight steel ribs and a durable steel frame, this nine-foot umbrella offers enough shade for 42- to 54-inch tables.

Mainstays 9-foot stone tilting market patio umbrella with crank, $50

The unique banana-shaped design of this East Oak patio umbrella offers coverage and UV protection for hot, sunny days -- and 40 LED lights for the transition to nighttime. The sturdy construction ensures durability, and the easy-to-use crank system allows for effortless opening and closing.

Available in tan, navy blue, mountain gray and wine red.

East Oak 10-foot outdoor offset patio umbrella, $114 (reduced from $130)

This vintage-inspired umbrella features a UV-resistant canopy (with UPF 50). You can get one now for $20 off.

Ammsun 7-foot outdoor patio umbrella with fringe tassel, $99 (reduced from $119)

Yes, you can get an all-in-one patio set that comes with an umbrella (no need to buy it separately) for less than $200. The table is easy to assemble, and the chairs come fully assembled as is. The patio furniture is durable and built for all seasons but can be folded and put away as needed. The umbrella even has a tilt function so that you can shield yourself from the sun in any direction.

Colors come in navy, brown, black or red.

Emma + Oliver 6-piece patio garden set with umbrella table and 4 folding chairs, $169 (down from $240)

This outdoor patio set comes with a glass table, a market umbrella and four folding chairs. All of the patio furniture pieces have a powder-coated finish to make them weather resistant and are made with a sturdy metal construction. If you don't like the red, the set is also available in blue, gray, black and tan.

And the umbrella provides ample shade.

Mainstays Albany Lane 6-piece outdoor patio dining set, $124

While some of those umbrella accessories are included with these patio umbrellas and patio sets above, you may need to purchase additional patio accessories like sand, patio bases and patio netting. We've found great options for you.

Jennifer Martin is an expert on streaming and deals for CBS Essentials. She has a soft spot for foodie culture, beauty and wellness products and all things pop culture. Jennifer lives in Richmond, VA with her family of five, plus a cat, a dog and a frog.

First published on July 20, 2023 / 12:42 PM