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SHADE GUIDE

Angel Stadium

Los Angeles Angels•MLB

Anaheim, CA

45,517 seats

65° orientation

Open Air

Built 1966

Angel Stadium stadium information: Home of the Los Angeles Angels in MLB. Located in Anaheim, CA with a capacity of 45,517 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 65 degrees. Built in 1966.

Best Shaded Seats at Angel Stadium

Based on stadium orientation and historical data, these sections offer the most shade:

#1

Terrace Level 201

Level: lower
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#2

Terrace Level 202

Level: lower
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#3

Terrace Level 203

Level: lower
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#4

Terrace Level 204

Level: lower
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#5

Terrace Level 205

Level: lower
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#6

Club Level C301

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#7

Club Level C302

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Seasonal Shade Patterns

Shade availability varies significantly throughout the baseball season:

April

Lower sun angle — more shade available, especially in afternoon games

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
April: Sun sits lower on the horizon — most stadiums see more natural shade, especially during afternoon games

May

Sun angle rising — shade coverage decreases, evening games best for comfort

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
May: Sun angle climbs rapidly, shrinking shade coverage; evening games retain more shade than day games

June

Near summer solstice — fewest shaded seats, covered sections essential

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
June: Highest sun angle of the season near the summer solstice — minimal shade during day games, covered seats strongly recommended

July

Peak summer - maximum sun exposure

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

August

Late summer - intense afternoon sun

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

September

Early fall - decreasing sun angle

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

October

Playoff season - comfortable temperatures

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Fall: Lower sun angle provides more natural shade

Shade by Game Time

1:00 PM Games

Maximum sun exposure - shade essential

Best Sections:

Upper deck sections (maximum elevation)
Covered/Club level areas
Third base side

4:00 PM Games

Afternoon sun on first base side

Best Sections:

Third base line sections
Behind home plate (upper levels)
Covered concourse areas

7:00 PM Games

Sunset glare possible in outfield sections

Best Sections:

Most sections have shade by first pitch
Avoid outfield for sunset glare
Any covered section for guaranteed comfort

All Sections Shade Analysis

Section	Level	Covered	Shade Rating	Best Time	Notes
Field Level 101	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 102	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 103	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 104	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 105	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 106	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 107	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 108	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 109	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 110	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 111	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 112	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 113	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 114	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 115	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 116	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 117	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 118	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 127	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 128	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 129	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 130	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 119	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 120	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 121	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 122	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 123	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 124	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 125	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Level 126	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Terrace Level 201	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 202	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 203	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 204	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 205	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 206	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 207	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 208	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 209	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 210	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 211	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 212	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 213	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 214	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 215	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 219	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 220	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 221	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 222	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 223	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 224	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 225	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 226	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 227	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Terrace Level 228	lower	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C301	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C302	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C303	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C304	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C305	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C306	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C307	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C308	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C309	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C310	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C311	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Level C312	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 401	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 402	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 403	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 404	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 405	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 406	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 407	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 408	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 409	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 410	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 411	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 412	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 413	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 414	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 415	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 416	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 417	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 421	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 422	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 423	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 424	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 425	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 426	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 427	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 428	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 429	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 430	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Right Field Pavilion 230	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Right Field Pavilion 231	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Left Field Pavilion 232	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade

Sun Protection Tips for Angel Stadium

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

The sun is strongest between 11 AM and 4 PM. Day games at Angel Stadium will have maximum sun exposure during these hours.

🧴 Sunscreen Stations

Free sunscreen available at 2 locations

🧢 Recommended Gear

Wide-brimmed hat or cap with neck protection
Sunglasses with UV protection
Light-colored, loose-fitting clothing
Portable shade umbrella (check stadium policy)

💧 Stay Hydrated

Drink water regularly, especially during day games. Angel Stadium has water fountains on each level.

Shade-Related Amenities

Covered Concourse Areas

All club level and upper deck concourses provide shade and climate-controlled areas.

Indoor Spaces

Club lounges with AC (Club level ticket required)
Team stores and restaurants
First aid stations with cooling areas

Family Areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at Angel Stadium for a 1 PM game?

For afternoon games, the best shaded seats are in the upper deck sections, particularly on the third base side. Covered sections like Terrace Level 201, Terrace Level 202, Terrace Level 203 offer guaranteed shade.

Which sections have covered seating?

Covered sections at Angel Stadium include: Terrace Level 201, Terrace Level 202, Terrace Level 203, Terrace Level 204, Terrace Level 205, Terrace Level 206, Terrace Level 207, Terrace Level 208, Terrace Level 209, Terrace Level 210, Terrace Level 211, Terrace Level 212, Terrace Level 213, Terrace Level 214, Terrace Level 215, Terrace Level 219, Terrace Level 220, Terrace Level 221, Terrace Level 222, Terrace Level 223, Terrace Level 224, Terrace Level 225, Terrace Level 226, Terrace Level 227, Terrace Level 228, Club Level C301, Club Level C302, Club Level C303, Club Level C304, Club Level C305, Club Level C306, Club Level C307, Club Level C308, Club Level C309, Club Level C310, Club Level C311, Club Level C312, View Level 401, View Level 402, View Level 403, View Level 404, View Level 405, View Level 406, View Level 407, View Level 408, View Level 409, View Level 410, View Level 411, View Level 412, View Level 413, View Level 414, View Level 415, View Level 416, View Level 417, View Level 421, View Level 422, View Level 423, View Level 424, View Level 425, View Level 426, View Level 427, View Level 428, View Level 429, View Level 430

How early does shade reach the lower bowl?

For day games, shade typically reaches the field level sections by the 5th-6th inning. Evening games (7 PM starts) usually have most of the stadium in shade by first pitch, except for outfield sections which may experience sunset glare.

Are there shaded standing room areas?

Yes, the upper deck concourse and club level concourses offer shaded standing room areas with views of the field. These are great options for escaping the sun during day games.

Plan Your Visit to Angel Stadium

Remember, shade patterns change throughout the season and even during the game. For the most accurate, real-time shade information for your specific game, use our interactive shade tracker.

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SHADE GUIDE

Angel Stadium

Los Angeles Angels•MLB

Platinum Triangle,

45,517 seats

0° orientation

Open Air

Built 1966

Angel Stadium stadium information: Home of the Los Angeles Angels in MLB. Located in Platinum Triangle, with a capacity of 45,517 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 1966.

Overview

Angel Stadium of Anaheim, originally known as Anaheim Stadium, is the fourth-oldest active ballpark in MLB. Located in Orange County, this classic ballpark features the iconic Big A sign and rock waterfall beyond the outfield.

Stadium Highlights

Fourth-oldest active MLB ballpark
Iconic 230-foot tall Big A sign
Rock waterfall feature in outfield
Recently renovated clubhouse and facilities

Unique Features

Rock waterfall with geysers beyond center field
The Big A electronic marquee sign
Outfield extravaganza area
Home run celebration fireworks

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Terrace Level 401-410
Club Level MVP 1-10
Field Level 108-115

Afternoon Games

Terrace Level 420-435
Club Level sections
Diamond Club

Evening Games

Most sections shaded after 5 PM
First base side
Home plate area

Shade Tips

Third base side gets shade first in afternoon games
Upper deck provides shade for sections below
Club level has permanent overhead coverage
Avoid right field pavilion for day games

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

68°F 60% 10% rain

Mild and pleasant

Third base side best for afternoon

May

71°F 65% 5% rain

Warming up, marine layer

Club level recommended

June

75°F 65% 2% rain

June gloom mornings

Upper deck for day games

July

82°F 60% 1% rain

Hot and sunny

Shade essential, arrive early

August

84°F 60% 1% rain

Peak heat

Evening games recommended

September

80°F 60% 3% rain

Still warm

First base side for late afternoon

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Diamond Club

Behind home plate

All-inclusive food/drinks
Padded seats
Private entrance

MVP Box

Club level

Club access
Wider seats
Waiter service

Seating Tips

Field 108-115

Best shade and proximity combination

shade

Terrace 420-425

Great value with shade after 3 PM

value

Diamond Club

All-inclusive premium experience

experience

Pavilion 236-239

Avoid for day games - full sun exposure

shade

Budget-Friendly Options

Terrace Level 501-535
Pavilion sections 201-239
View Level corners

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Helmet Nachos
Angel Dog
Chronic Tacos
Ruby's Diner Burger

Local Favorites

In-N-Out inspired burgers
California Pizza Kitchen
Lolita's Mexican Food

Beer & Beverages

Budweiser
Modelo
Stone Brewing
Golden Road

Local breweries: Golden Road, Stone, Brewery X, Noble Ale Works

Getting There

Address

2000 E Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806

Parking Options

Preferred Parking

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20

Closest to gates

General Parking

Distance: 5 min walkPrice: $10

Best value option

Orangewood Lot

Distance: 10 min walkPrice: $10✓ Shaded spots

Some tree shade available

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

OCTA bus routes 50, 430
Metrolink to Anaheim Station (2 miles)

Ride Share: Dedicated zones at Katella and State College

Game Day Tips

Arrive Early

Gates open 90 minutes early - beat traffic and heat

Shade Strategy

For day games, start on third base side

Try Chronic Tacos

Local favorite at Section 130

Stay for Fireworks

Friday night games feature post-game fireworks

Typical Game Day Schedule

Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
First Pitch: 7:07 PM weekdays, 6:07 PM Saturdays, 1:07 PM Sundays
Batting Practice: Angels BP 2.5 hours before game

Neighborhood: Platinum Triangle

Entertainment district with Disneyland nearby

Before the Game

Golden Road Brewing
JT Schmid's Restaurant
Noble Ale Works

After the Game

Downtown Disney
The Catch restaurant
Anaheim Packing District

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Park at Noble Ale Works and have a beer before walking over
Tuesday games often have best ticket deals
Club level restrooms rarely have lines
Get autographs near dugout during BP
Right field gate typically has shortest lines

Best Value

Terrace Level corners under $20
Tuesday night specials
Pavilion seats with bring-your-own-food
Happy Hour at Brewery X before first pitch

Hidden Gems

Brewery X Beer Garden in left field
Saint Archer Brewing cart behind section 130
Viewing area behind section 258
Family restrooms have no lines

Things to Avoid

Parking in Lot 1 after game - worst exit traffic
Right field pavilion seats for day games
Concessions right at first pitch
I-5 North immediately after games

Stadium History

Timeline

1966Stadium opens as Anaheim Stadium

1979Enclosed for NFL Rams

1998Renovated back to baseball-only

2002Angels win World Series

2003Renamed Angel Stadium of Anaheim

Stadium Traditions

Rally Monkey

Video board rally monkey appears in key moments

Fireworks Fridays

Post-game fireworks every Friday home game

Retired Numbers

#11Jim Fregosi(1998)

#26Gene Autry(1982)

#29Rod Carew(1991)

#30Nolan Ryan(1992)

#50Jimmie Reese(1995)