24 Summer Poems
These summer poems celebrate warmth, nature’s beauty, and the joy of life.
Updated June 7, 2025, by Catherine Pulsifer
Bed In Summer
In winter I get up at night
And dress by yellow candle-light.
In summer, quite the other way,
I have to go to bed by day.
I have to go to bed and see
The birds still hopping on the tree,
Or hear the grown-up people's feet
Still going past me in the street.
And does it not seem hard to you,
When all the sky is clear and blue.
And I should like so much to play,
To have to go to bed by day?
Summer Days
The sun shines bright, the skies are blue,
Each moment feels so fresh, so new.
A gentle breeze through trees does play,
Bringing joy to every day.
Laughter echoes, fields in bloom,
Chasing away the smallest gloom.
Summer days, a gift so sweet,
A precious time that can't be beat.
Mary Mapes Dodge's "Song of Summer" reminds us of the beauty and abundance all around us. It shows how everything in nature, from the treetops to the ground, reflects God's blessings. The poem encourages us to work with purpose and joy, knowing that effort leads to thriving. As summer comes, it fills the world with hope, harmony, and a sense of renewal.
Song Of Summer
Up in the tree top, down in the ground,
High in the blue sky, far, all around, -
Near by and everywhere creatures are living,
God in his bounty something is giving.
Up in the tree top, down in the ground,
High in the blue sky, far, all around, -
Near by and everywhere creatures are striving,
Labor is surely the price of their thriving.
Up in the tree top, down in the ground,
High in the blue sky, far, all around, -
Near by and everywhere, singing and humming,
Busily, joyfully. Summer is coming!
Summer's Farewell
The golden days begin to fade,
The warmth retreats, the nights invade.
A gentle breeze turns cool and clear,
Whispering that autumn's near.
But memories of sun remain,
Through winter’s chill and autumn's rain.
Summer ends, but in our hearts,
Its beauty lingers, never departs.
Summer And Winter Poem
If no kindly thought or word
We can give, some soul to bless,
If our hands, from hour to hour,
Do no deeds of gentleness;
If to lone and weary ones
We no comfort will impart —
Tho' 'tis summer in the sky.
Yet 'tis winter in the heart.....
Read the complete poem, Summer and Winter Poem
A Summer Day
The fragrant, quivering air is hot
Upon my lips and eyes,
And all sad dreamings are forgot
And all sad melodies.
The great, sweet day is a full sea
Of golden light and flowers,
And as waves passing silently
The flood and ebb of hours.
E'en as the quiet rivulets
Melt in the murmuring sea,
The odours of frail violets
Feed the air ceaselessly.
Ah, that my soul were as the scent
These flowers fling away,
To fade and float insentient
Into this perfect day.
Summer Nights
The stars come out, the moon shines bright,
A peaceful calm fills the night.
Crickets sing their evening tune,
Beneath the glow of a silver moon.
A gentle breeze, the world feels right,
Pure magic lives in summer’s night.
A time to pause, a time to dream,
Where life flows soft, like a quiet stream.
Catherine Pulsifer's "A Hint of Fall" celebrates August as a special time of year. It’s a month filled with the warmth and joy of summer, yet it gently whispers that change is coming with cooler evenings. The poem reminds us to enjoy the laughter and beauty of these moments and to cherish this time before fall arrives. It’s a beautiful reminder to savor life’s transitions.
A Hint Of Fall
August, oh August, my favorite month,
With warm days and nights I deeply adore,
Sun reaching zenith, its brilliance so bright,
As summer persists with a hint of fall's sight.
The days are adorned with laughter and cheer,
Yet evenings whisper tales of approaching chill,
Excitement abounds in this radiant dance,
Oh August, dear friend, let the joy fulfill.
A Summer Picture
The eastern bars that held the stars
Began to break away,
And night's despair commenced to wear
The golden robe of day.
O'er field and town there glisten down
The beams of paradise;
And misty clouds like snowy shrouds
Adorn the sunny skies.
In beauty's robe the grand old globe
Was decked with gold and green,
For summer's hand had dressed the land
As God's anointed queen.
In streams of mist the sun-god kissed
The meadows stretching wide;
And over all the shadows fall
As laces veil the bride.
The sighing breeze bowed down the trees
And lightly kissed the flowers;
And children gay were out to stray
In cool and shady bowers.
The god of joy without alloy
Seemed reigning everywhere,
And not a pain was there to stain
A single heart with care.
Summer Sun
Summer brings the sun so bright,
Our skin is kissed by its hot light.
Spring blooms new life all around,
Fresh air and vibrancy abound.
Fall paints with colors oh so bold,
Leaves changing, never getting old.
Winter comes with snowflakes galore,
We wait for it to come once more.
The key message in Margaret Veley's "No Need To Watch" is that change is a natural part of life, just like the seasons. While we may long for summer and its beauty, autumn reminds us that life moves on, and with it, new beginnings await. It’s a gentle nudge to appreciate each moment and trust that even as things pass, renewal and hope are always around the corner.
No Need To Watch
Long looked for was the summer; anxious eyes
Noted the budding bough, the crocus flame
That told its coming. Now 'neath autumn skies
The leaves fall slowly, slowly as they came.
There is no need to watch while winter weaves
Fair buds to crown another golden prime,
For something heavier than the autumn leaves
Has hidden eyes that looked for summer time.
The trees shall wake from their forgetful sleep
Unto new blossom and a tender green,
The countless trees! — but never one will keep
A little leaf or flower that she has seen.
When Summer Brings Sun and Rain
The summer days are slipping by.
The warm and sunny days,
When robins call, and we can hear
The harsh cry of the jays.....
Read the complete poem, When Summer Brings Sun and Rain
Summertime Fun
The bags are packed, the car’s in gear,
Vacation time, the best of the year.
Picnics spread on a checkered sheet,
With laughter shared and food to eat.
Camping under a starry sky,
Roasting marshmallows, spirits fly.
Swimming, hiking, games to play,
Making memories each summer day.
Indian Summer
Softly, sweet Indian Summer,
Thy footprints press the sod;
And in the solemn stillness
I hear the voice of God,
As when my heart is tendered
By love's subduing rod.....
Read the complete poem, - Indian Summer Poem
Lucy Larcom's "Summer in the Country" paints a beautiful picture of the joy found in nature during summer. It captures the simple pleasures of mornings filled with birdsong, adventures in the hills, and the soothing sounds of a brook. The poem reminds us to take time to appreciate the peace and beauty of the world around us, showing that happiness can be found in the little moments of life.
Summer in the Country
Ho! for the hills in summer!
Ho! for the rocky shade,
Where the ground-pine trails under the fern leaves
Deep in the mossy glade.
Up in the dewy sunrise;
Waked by the robin's trill;
Up and away, a-berrying,
To the pastures on the hill!
Swinging on a birch tree
To a sleepy tune,
Hummed by all the breezes
In the month of June!
Little leaves a-flutter
Sound like dancing drops
Of a brook on pebbles,
Song that never stops.
June Days
June days stretch long and warm,
Nature starts to blooms in brilliant form.
School's soon will be out, vacation time is near,
June reminds us of summer memories we'll hold dear.
Sights and sounds unique to this season,
Our excitement knows no reason.
Bask in the warmth of summer's light,
A wonderful time that feels just right.
Summer Twilight Poem
Oh, how I love to steal away
And spend an hour in silent musing
Just when the rosy smile of day
In twilight shades its light is losing!
For then a pure and holy spell
On every earthly scene seems dwelling,
And from each woody hill and dell
Soft, faint-toned melodies are swelling.....
Read the complete poem, Summer Twilight Poem
Summer Reflections
The warmth of sun upon my face,
A season filled with gentle grace.
Lazy days and skies so blue,
Bring a peace that feels brand new.
The laughter shared, the moments sweet,
Time well spent, a joy complete.
As summer fades, the heart holds tight,
The memories of its pure delight.
The key message in J. H. Ashabranner's "Song of Summer-Time" is to appreciate the beauty and harmony of summer. The poem paints vivid scenes of nature at work—fields of golden grain, birds singing, and bees humming. It reminds us of the rhythm of life, where hard work in the summer days leads to rest and fulfillment at sunset. It’s a gentle nudge to pause, take in the beauty around us, and find joy in the balance between effort and peace.
Song Of Summer-Time
The fields are bright with the golden grain,
That waves in the subtile breeze;
The partridge calls, in his loud refrain,
To his mate from the apple-trees......
Read the complete poem, Song Of Summer-Time
Summer’s Light
The summer sun, so warm and bright,
Fills each day with hope and light.
Its gentle rays, a loving touch,
Remind us all, we have so much.
Through summer’s glow, we learn to grow,
With love and joy, our hearts will show.
A season’s warmth, a guiding sign,
That brighter days will always shine.
Summer Evening
The summer day has closed; the sun is set:
Well have they done their office, those bright hours,
The latest of whose train goes softly out
In the red west. The green blade of the ground
Has risen, and herds have cropped it; the young twig
Has spread its plaited tissues to the sun;
Flowers of the garden and the waste have blown.....
Read the complete poem, Summer Evening Poem
The poem, "In The Good Old Summer-Time" is the joy of reminiscing about carefree summer days filled with simple pleasures. It reminds us of a time when life felt lighter—when laughter with friends, playing games, and enjoying nature made life feel like a beautiful rhyme. The poem encourages us to cherish those happy memories while embracing the happiness that summer continues to bring. It’s a celebration of the small moments that make life sweet.
In The Good Old Summer-Time
There's a time in each year
That we always hold dear.
Good old summer-time!
With the birds and the trees,
And the sweet-scented breeze,
Good old summer-time......
Read the complete poem, In The Good Old Summer-Time
Summer's Quirks
The sun beats down, the heat’s so strong,
I fry an egg before too long!
Mosquitoes buzz, they’ve found their feast,
My arms and legs, their nightly feast.
The ice cream melts before one lick,
The fan gives up, it’s had its kick.
But even so, we laugh and play,
Because summer’s quirks just make our day!
Meadows Full Of Sun
I am for the open meadows,
Open meadows full of sun,
Where the hot bee hugs the clover.
The hot breezes drop and run.
I am for the uncut hayfields,
Open to the cloudless blue.....
Read the complete poem, Meadows Full Of Sun
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Conclusion:
We hope these summer poems have brought a smile to your face and sunshine to your heart. Summer has a special way of slowing life down—inviting us to soak in the warmth, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the little things that often pass us by.
Whether it’s the sound of laughter on a lazy afternoon, the smell of freshly cut grass, or the peace found in a quiet sunset, summer holds moments worth remembering. These poems reflect the beauty of the season and the joy it brings to our lives.
Perhaps they’ve stirred a memory, offered a moment of reflection, or simply reminded you to pause and be grateful for the season you’re in. Let the spirit of summer stay with you—not just in June, July, or August—but as a gentle reminder to find joy, to rest, and to be present throughout the year.
So as the days come and go, may you carry a little bit of summer with you—its warmth, its wonder, and its peaceful simplicity. And may these poems continue to inspire you to live fully, love deeply, and always find beauty in each passing day.
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