*Disclaimer: All content and information in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only. For the latest information please visit the manufacturer’s website. Last updated on 5/1/25.

Summer heat got you sweating? Between spending your days at the beach, cooling off by lounging in the pool or just trying to survive the sweltering heat, you don’t want the challenges of hot and humid weather impacting your insulin pump. 

What to Watch Out for This Summer with Your Insulin Pump

• Sunscreen, tanning oils, and bug spray

• Sweat and water

• Insulin Pump Overheating

• Insulin Spoilage

Keep Your Insulin Pump Away From Sunscreen, Lotions and Bug Spray

Sunscreen? Non-negotiable. Bug spray? Kinda essential when your blood’s extra sweet (lol, thanks diabetes). But your insulin pump? Not impressed with either. These summertime essentials might protect you, but they can mess up your pump’s adhesive, irritate your infusion site, or even damage the plastic inside your pump, potentially causing a malfunction– AKA the last thing you need when you’re just trying to lounge by the pool getting lost in your latest romantasy novel. 

Combat Sweat with Overpatches & Skin Prep for Summer Activities

We can’t stop you from glistening like a freshly glazed donut in the summer heat, but we help your insulin pump stay put when things get sweaty. Overpatches and skin prep are a dynamic duo to make sure your insulin pump stays secure - because we all know there’s never a convenient time for it to start slipping.

Keep Your Pump Safe from Water

So, someone decided it would be hilarious to throw you into the pool with your insulin pump on? First off, rude. Second, don’t freak out just yet. Most insulin pumps can handle a splash of water, but not all pumps are built the same when it comes to water-resistance. Always check the manufacturer’s user guide (we know, super fun reading, but trust us – it’s worth it) to figure out what your pump can handle. When in doubt, just disconnect, then find a cool, dry spot to stash your pump while you actually enjoy the water without worrying about ruining your pump. 

Protect Your Insulin Pump from Overheating

Whether you’re beach-bound, stuck in traffic, or accidentally left your pump baking on a patio chair, high summer temperatures can cause your pump to overheat. And when it does, your insulin pump may stop delivering insulin until it cools down to a safe temperature. So protect your insulin pump like you would your phone or your iced coffee: keep it in the shade, avoid direct sun and for the love of all things: never leave it in the car. 

Watch for Insulin Spoilage During Summer Heat

Avoid leaving your insulin in hot cars, in the sun, or anywhere that feels like an oven for extended periods of time. Those high temperatures can cause insulin spoilage, which means it won't do its job the way it’s supposed to. During the summer months, make sure to keep your insulin cool and properly stored. And if the weather’s really cranking up the heat, you might want to consider changing your pump sites out more often since the heat can mess with the insulin’s effectiveness. 

Final Thoughts

Summer should be about beach days, pool hangs, and chasing down the ice cream truck- not dealing with insulin pump malfunctions. Your insulin pump deserves just as much protection as your SPF 50+. Keep it protected, keep it cool and keep it secure!