Yes, you can certainly wear a hat to the beach. In fact, it’s even recommended for covering any skin that may be exposed on your scalp, protecting this delicate and often neglected area from the sun’s rays. Baseball caps are the most casual and lightweight choice which everyone tends to have around the house. Oversized straw hats are the most popular, especially among women, and are renowned for not only their style but also huge coverage. These days, white canvas or straw fedoras are a hit among men at the beach.