Too much of anything can be unhealthy, including hot weather! So, why not take a break in the shade and mod away until you (and your next playthrough) are a little cooler? Today, we explore five must-try Minecraft summertime mods perfect for the season.

Five Must-Try Minecraft Summertime Mods

Summer Addition

• Author: Jakomi1
• Genre: Farming, Food, & Items
• Link: Modrinth

There are few things better in life than a popsicle or ice cream on a warm summer’s day. And now, that can be experienced in-game! Summer Addition by Jakomi1 adds an abundance of summer-themed items, including ice cream, tomato crops, and even shovels that can build small sandcastles at the beach. How can any other mod compete?

[Let’s Do] Beachparty

• Author: Satisfyu
• Genre: Beach Overhaul
• Link: Modrinth

Speaking of mods that add summertime items, Let’s Do Beachparty by Satisfyu ties in perfectly with Summer Addition, bringing Minecraft’s sandy shores to life! Those who install the mod will find craftable swimwear and sunglasses, decorative blocks such as beach chairs and palm bars, and cocktails galore. There is even a radio to ensure your beach party does not go without song, and watch out for the new palm trees and pelicans!

Serene Seasons

• Author: Adubbz
• Genre: World Mechanics
• Link: Modrinth

What better way to celebrate summer than by actually adding it? Serene Seasons by Adubbz brings functioning seasons to Minecraft, with unique and accurate effects for each and every biome. For example, forest biomes will change in color depending on the time of year and snow may even appear. Serene Seasons even goes as far as affecting crop growth and weather, but all that is to be expected when the mod is by one of the famed creators of Biomes O’ Plenty and Tough As Nails.

Water Balloon

• Author: Nyfaria
• Genre: Items
• Link: Modrinth

Water balloon fights are a memorable pastime for many around the world, and with the Water Balloon mod by Nyfaria, they can occur in Minecraft, too! Crafted on a crafting table, water balloons deal no damage but slow enemies, and can be thrown, shot from a slingshot, or fired from a balloon bazooka. If combined with Summer Additions and Beachparty, the perfect Minecraft summer is complete!

Water World

• Author: MillennIumAMbiguity
• Genre: World Generation
• Link: Modrinth

Finally, we have a mod that turns your entire world into a waterpark! Water World by MillennIumAMbiguity raises the sea level all the way up to Y127, making islands small and very rare and forcing players to live out at sea unless they get a lucky seed. Biomes have also been modified to accommodate the new sea level, ensuring that everything is available but just very rare. Is there any better mod to fight against the hot summer sun than one that ensures the beach is never farther than a short walk or run?