Is there any season that’s more fun than summer? While every season has something that makes it loved, summer is a time for vacations, warm weather, relaxing at the beach, and enjoying sunsets.
If you love summer, you might appreciate having a nice summer wallpaper or desktop background on your computer. You probably see your wallpaper a lot, so why not decorate it with something that creates happy thoughts?
This page features 50 amazing photos that are sure to make you appreciate summer even more. Pick one that you like the best (I know that will be a difficult decision) and click through to be able to download a high res version that you can set as your wallpaper or desktop background.
Beautiful Beach at Sunset


This picturesque beach sunset will make you feel like you’re there, rather than at your computer.
Beach from Above


Aerial photo that showcases a nice beach in beautiful blue water, plus some palm trees.
Beach from Above


Another beautiful aerial shot of the beach, this one without any trees.
Beachgoers


This aerial photo looks down on a crowd of people on the beach and swimming in the ocean.
Palm Trees and Sunflare


Beautiful palm trees with a blue sky and sunflare.
A Drink and a View


This wallpaper may not help you to feel like getting any work done while you’re at the computer, but it will help you to appreciate summer.
Colorful Sky


A colorful sky with clouds to reflect the light and colors.
Ripples in the Water


You’ll be ready to jump in and cool off.
Palm Leaf


This closeup photo of a palm leaf makes an ideal summer wallpaper or background.
Coastal Views


Scenic coastal landscape featuring a tall cliff along the beach, taken at sunset.
Relaxing on the Beach


Woman in a blue hat lying on a white sand beach with a beautiful view.
Palm Tree Silhouettes


Palm trees in front of a colorful sunset form nice silhouettes.
Sunset and Palm Trees


Another silhouette shot, this one looking at toward the ocean and towards the setting sun.
Sunset Scene


This stunning sunset photo features a colorful sky, clouds, and the silhouette of some palm leaves.
Purple Sky

A colorful sky and silhouette of the tree line.
Amazing Beach


This photo features a quiet beach with nice sand and beautiful blue water.
Island Beach


Beautiful beach with no one in sight.
Sailboat


Sailboat on the water with the coast visible in the distance.
Beach Sunset


Sunset at the beach with some plants in the foreground.
Path


A picturesque path leading to the beach.
Rows of Umbrellas


This aerial show features several rows of beach umbrellas that form a pattern.
Beach Umbrella


Some of the best wallpapers and backgrounds are simple, like this photo of a colorful beach umbrella.
Blue Umbrella

Closeup shot of a blue and white beach umbrella with a soft, cloudy sky in the background.
Starfish


Another simple wallpaper, this one features a starfish on the beach.
Tropical Beach


Tropical beach with palm trees, sand, and blue water. A small island is visible in the distance.
Tropical Beach


Another tropical beach scene that features beautiful palm trees.
Boat on the Beach


A tropical beach with palm trees, blue water, and a small boat.
Road Trip


View from the window along the beach.
Sunflower


Closeup of blooming sunflower with a cloudy sky blue sky in the background.
Woman in Sunflower Field


Woman in a brown hat walking through a field of blooming sunflowers.
Swimming Pool


This minimalist photo of a swimming pool features vibrant colors.
Pineapples


Another minimalist photo that features four pineapples and plenty of whitespace.
Pineapple on the Beach


What’s better than a pineapple? Pineapple on the beach.
Coconut

Open coconut lying on the beach in two halves under the shadow of a palm tree.
Ferris Wheel


A cropped shot of a ferris wheel with a clear blue sky in the background.
Footprints


Closeup shot of footprints in the sand and the ocean in the background.
Pool Raft


Nothing says “summer” like relaxing on a raft in the pool.
Innertube and Pool


Bright green innertube floating on a pool with a blue floor.
Resting on a Palm Tree


Speaking of relaxing, this palm tree looks like a pretty good spot.
Summer


Scrabble blocks spelling “summer” on the beach with a blurred background.
Looking Up


View of a palm tree from below, with a blue sky and the sun above.
Palm Trees Along the Coast


Shallow beach with palm trees right along the water.
Sunglasses by the Pool


This simple photo works well as a desktop background with some open space for your icons.
Sunglasses on the Beach


Glistening sand with the ocean in the distance.
Sunglasses on the Beach


Another option with sunglasses on the beach and the ocean in the distance.
Beach Ball


This photo of a beach ball floating in a pool features a simple background that makes it an excellent choice for desktop wallpaper.
Palm Trees and Sky


Beautiful composition that includes the top of many palm trees and gorgeous blue sky.
Palm Trees


This photo shows the long palm tree trunks with a clear sky in the background.
Lone Palm Tree


A single palm tree on the beach with the ocean in the background.
Best Summer Ever


This simple message will remain right in front of you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Set a Photo as My Desktop Wallpaper on a PC?
- Download the photo you want to use.
- Right-click on the desktop and choose “Personalize”.
- Make sure “Picture” is selected from the Background dropdown list.
- Browse your computer and select the photo you want to use as your wallpaper.
How Do I Set a Photo as My Desktop Wallpaper on a Mac?
- Download the photo you want to use.
- Choose the Apple menu > System Preferences.
- Click “Desktop & Screen Saver”.
- Select a folder of images on the left, then click an image on the right to change your desktop picture.
How Do I Get a High-Resolution Version of the Photos?
All of the photos showcased here are available in high-resolution. Click on the image on this page and it will lead you to the source where you can download the photo. When you download it, you’ll get the full-size high-res image to use as your wallpaper.
Conclusion
With this selection of photos, you’re sure to find a summer wallpaper or desktop background that you love. Although you might wish it would be summer all year, that’s not the case. Be sure to see our other blog posts to find other seasonal wallpaper: