10 Best Sun Hats for Men UK 2024 | Columbia, Quicksilver and More

Styled on the US military 'Booney' hat, this is a well-made option which will keep you comfortable all summer. Being constructed from 100% nylon this hat is durable enough to be machine washed from time to time. 

The chin strap, mesh vents, back adjusting strap and omni-wick sweatband will keep your head cool and aerated. With a stiff brim which is an impressive 9 cm wide, this is a great choice for anyone who spends a lot of time outdoors.

Made in Ecuador, this Panama hat is poised to impress. Their construction from 100% natural toquilla palm makes these hats from Equal Earth both light and breathable, with an integral sense of summer style. 

The rollable nature of the hat will ensure it'll be your head-protecting companion on your travels. The brim width is on the slimmer side at 6 cm, but that is the nature of the classic Panama look. 

This popular hat comes in five different colour-ways and two different styles - with or without a 'flip' band to cover the mesh. It's a hat with a nod to safari style and is super-practical with a broad-brim that is waterproof.

The polyester construction will ensure a light and comfortable feel on your head and it's hand washable too. Also included are mesh vents, a chin strap and a back adjusting strap, all for an affordable price.

Rated UPF 50+ and with a detachable neck flap, this hat really is for men looking for an all-encompassing sun-smart accessory. The neck flap will keep you protected when out in the sun all day, while the navy blue colour will match or compliment most clothes you already own.

With a wide brim, chin cord and adjusting strap to match, this hat will stay put and shade you well. The polyester and nylon construction ensures it's also machine washable, making this an ideal hat for those intending to be in direct sunlight for hours at a time.

This vintage-style hat from the famed Stetson is anything but ordinary. Owing to the Stetson name, it's a high-end sun hat with a washed-out coating that gives it a certain laid-back charm, which will improve further with age.

The side air holes will give your head some much-needed circulation in the summer sun. Constructed from 50% cotton and 50% polyester, it's soft and durable too (although not machine washable). If you're looking for something unique this summer, and you don't mind paying for quality - then you've found it in the Stetson Vagabond.

With the widest brim on this list at 11.5 cm, this hat is all about protection. Plus, the crown is actually made of two parts, one of which can be removed to reveal a second mesh panel – perfect if you're not in direct sun but are still feeling overheated. There are four classic colour choices available in this design.

The chin and back adjusting straps will help keep this design on during days spent fishing out on the water or during similar activities, where full sun coverage is essential. With a reassuring UPF rating of 50+ you can wear this hat with confidence.

This is a very typical summer hat for men, popularised by Australian lifeguards. The extremely wide brim with natural air flow throughout makes it easy to see why this hat is so popular in hot locations. 

The chin strap and toggle will keep the hat securely in place whether playing cricket in the park or Frisbee at the beach. It's made from raffia straw fibre, but can be hand washed on occasion. Quicksilver shows it's a brand who listens to customer demand, as the sizing goes up to XXL.

This hat is designed to look just as good on a man as it does a woman, so it's the ideal hat to have lying around the house for everyone to use. Plus it's so versatile - it  can be styled smartly with tailored summery clothing or teamed with aviator sunglasses for a relaxed vibe.

It includes an adjustable inner sizing ribbon and a detachable chin strap too, while the black trim delivers a purposeful summer look. Constructed from 90% paper straw and 10% polyester, this hat can be hand-washed, but do treat it carefully when doing so.

This 100% Wool Felt Fedora-style hat is water resistant making it ideal to wear in the great British summertime! The modern tear-drop shaped crown allows for a more contemporary and comfortable fit, the wide brim is wonderfully shading for the face and neck and yet overall it manages to be a very light-feeling hat.

The internal headband is sweat-wicking and the outer band features a smart leather buckle. The hat can be surface cleaned with a clothes brush or with a clean damp cloth only. This is a premium hat and it needs caring for appropriately.

Being made of 100% cotton (with no cardboard insert) this hat can handle the elements and it can be handwashed if needed. The elastic cord at the back can be cinched in for a snug fit in windy conditions and the sides can be worn raised thanks to popper studs.

The hat is unisex in design and it comes in a range of colours, from this muted grey camo to bold turquoise, orange or hot pink options. The mesh inside and the cotton head band keeps your head cool. The style is more relaxed than others on out list, which won't suit all, but on the other hand it might be just the look you are after.