Too much face washing?

Have you ever wondered if washing your face too much causes acne? I have wondered, although I haven't checked with any acne experts or anything. I'm also thinking summertime is a culprit for random ugly zits. I'd consider moving to Siberia or somewhere where summer never comes, but really I like the warmer weather. So I'll keep on washing and hope that that's not what causes those ugly red bumps.