Certified UPF 50+

Men's UV swim shorts

UPF 50+ sun protection swim shorts for men, certified to block at least 98% of UV rays from the hips and thighs, in soft chlorine-resistant fabric that dries in minutes.

4.7 average from over 12,500 reviews
Man in UPF 50+ swim shorts on the beach
  • Dermatologist recommended
  • Free UK delivery over £70
  • 14-day returns

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What customers say

4.7 average from over 12,500 customer reviews

  • “Good pair of swim shorts. Didn't feel heavy in the water. I like that they've got proper sun protection, it's not something I'd thought about before but makes sense.”
    Review pic: man wearing sun protection trunks after a swim in the sea ChrisUV swim shorts
  • “Normally just buy whatever's cheap at the shops but took a punt on these and glad I did. Wore them surfing and swimming with no rubbing, no issues. Great sun protection”
    Review pic: man wearing UV protection swimming trunks next to an outdoor swimming pool TomUV swim shorts
  • “I always forget how easily my upper thighs burn when I'm sat on the beach. These actually gave proper coverage and blocked the sun.”
    Review pic: man swimming in the sea wearing UV protection trunks EricUV swim shorts

Dermatologist recommended

“UPF clothing is an essential part of any sun protection strategy. It offers consistent coverage and long-term UV defence, especially for those at higher risk of skin cancer. equatorsun helps make that protection both effective and practical.”
Dr Dev Shah, Consultant Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon. Read why he recommends equatorsun

Common questions about men's UV swim shorts

Are the shorts chlorine resistant?

Yes. The equatorsun swim shorts and board shorts are made from specially designed chlorine-resistant fabric, so regular pool sessions do not fade the colour, loosen the fit or reduce the UV protection. Rinse them in cold water after the pool or the sea and hang them to dry in the shade.

What sizes do men's swim shorts come in?

The swim shorts run from S to 4XL and the board shorts from a 32 to a 40 inch waist. Check the size guide on each product page for the exact measurements.

Why choose equatorsun for men's swim shorts?

Ordinary swim shorts are rarely tested for UV and they can let through up to 10 times more UV than UPF 50+ swim shorts. Every equatorsun piece is tested to the AS/NZS 4399 or EN 13758 standard and certified UPF 50+, which means the fabric blocks at least 98% of UVA and UVB rays from reaching the skin it covers. Leading UK consultant dermatologist Dr Dev Shah recommends the equatorsun range. We're a UK family business and have specialised in sun protective clothing since 2006. Customers rate us 4.7 out of 5 across more than 12,500 reviews.

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