RD.COM Humor Memes
ByEmma Taubenfeld
Updated: Jul. 24, 2024
These summer memes will add laughter to the warmest season of the year
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Sizzling summer memes that will have you laughing in the sun
The summer solstice is fast approaching, ushering in the season of beach visits and barbecues. Summer is such a highly anticipated season that there are tons of jokes to make at its (OK, our) expense. If you like to chuckle over the best memeson the plane, you’ll certainly love these summer memes, which will help you get through (and make the most of) the hottest time of the year.
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Excuse me?
I could shower in my own sweat. Check out these summer quotes, which will get you excited for beach weather.
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Summer of naps
Thanks for the invite, but I’d rather sleep.
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It’s freezing
The most relatable of summer memes. Also relatable: these hilarious zodiac memes.
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More SPF, please
This is one of those relatable vacation memes. Plus, what is a tan? I only burn.
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Out of office
If you need anything, please ask someone else. But if you need some beach captions for your Instagram photos, we have you covered.
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Brace yourselves
Is there any sand left at the beach? Check out these good morning memes, which will help you start your day off right.
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You’re bored?
Would you prefer some homework instead? By the way, these back-to-school memes will absolutely crack you up.
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It’s natural
Have you ever seen so much frizz?
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Go to sleep
No, you can’t stay up until 11—but you can look at these funny animal memes.
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Oh, it’s you again
There’s no relief till fall.
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The most important part
You can never have enough ice at a summer cookout.
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Roughing it
Someone has to use the pool, right?
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Don’t listen to the haters
You mean the healthy body that allows me to eat barbecue and ice cream all summer? That one?
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It’s time
I can already feel the sweat.
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Just don’t go outside
The sun is no match for window shades.
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A mood
Nothing beats a summer nap. If you thought this was funny, just wait until you see these other dog memes.
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Seagulls, assemble!
Hold those fries close, and don’t let them go.
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It’s too hot
It’s impossible to fall asleep unless you are wrapped like a burrito.
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To the water!
Happiness in its purest form.
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Anyone have a juice box?
Do you think anyone would notice if I peed in the pool?
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Please don’t contact me
Talk to you Monday, not earlier.
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Call it skin care
If you know, you know! Make sure you check out these beach puns—they’re “shore” to make you laugh.
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See, he’s a horse in the sea
The water temperature feels pretty stable.
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Cherish it
There is nothing quite like that first blast of cold air.
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It’s hot dog time
The true scent of summer.
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Switching gears
First it was too cold to go outside, and now it’s too hot.
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Nostalgia
Who needs a pool when the sprinkler is on?
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SPF 100
It’s that time of year again. Squirt on some Coppertone.
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Cold and delicious
It’s all about balance.
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School’s out, and camp’s in session
Summer means a quiet household—and funny summer memes too!
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Vacation mode
See ya, alarm.
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Who needs AC?
It feels nice in there.
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Itchy
Prepare for bug bites.
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Hello, air conditioning
We’re all familiar with that burst of heat.
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Pure bliss
It’s the most beautiful feeling. Speaking of hot summer nights, get ready for the summer holiday with hilarious Fourth of July memes that perfectly complement these summer memes.
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Originally Published: April 11, 2022
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Emma Taubenfeld
Emma Taubenfeld is a former assistant editor for Reader’s Digest who writes about digital lifestyle topics such as memes, social media captions, pickup lines and cute pets. When she’s not working, you can find Emma reading corny young adult novels, creating carefully curated playlists and figuring out how to spice up boxed mac and cheese.
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