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For a day game at Wrigley Field, the behind home plate falls into shade first. The coolest seats are on that side, in the back rows under the upper-deck overhang, and in any fully covered or club-level sections. Evening games leave most of the park shaded by first pitch. See how we calculate this.
Sun: W · 19° above the horizon
Based on stadium orientation and historical data, these sections offer the most shade:
Shade in the back rows under the overhang; front rows exposed
Shade in the back rows under the overhang; front rows exposed
Shade in the back rows under the overhang; front rows exposed
Shade availability varies significantly throughout the baseball season:
Lower sun angle — more shade available, especially in afternoon games
Sun angle rising — shade coverage decreases, evening games best for comfort
Near summer solstice — fewest shaded seats, covered sections essential
Peak summer - maximum sun exposure
Late summer - intense afternoon sun
Early fall - decreasing sun angle
Playoff season - comfortable temperatures
Maximum sun exposure - shade essential
Afternoon sun on the outfield (center field) side
Sunset glare possible in outfield sections
| Section | Level | Coverage | Shade Rating | Best Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field Box 14 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 15 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 16 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 17 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 1 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 2 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 3 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 4 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 5 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 6 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 7 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 8 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 9 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 10 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 11 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 12 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 13 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 18 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 19 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 20 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 21 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 22 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 23 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 24 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 25 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 26 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 27 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 28 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 29 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Box 30 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 213 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Terrace Box 214 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Terrace Box 215 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Terrace Box 216 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Terrace Box 217 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Terrace Box 218 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Terrace Box 219 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Terrace Box 201 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 202 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 203 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 204 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 205 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 206 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 207 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 208 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 209 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 210 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 211 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 212 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 220 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 221 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 222 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 223 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 224 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 225 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 226 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 227 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 228 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 229 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 230 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Box 231 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 101 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 102 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 103 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 104 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 105 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 106 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 107 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 108 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 132 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 133 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 134 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 135 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 136 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 137 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Terrace Reserved 138 | lower | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Upper Deck Box 413 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck Box 414 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck Box 415 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck Box 416 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck Box 417 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck Box 418 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck Box 419 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck Box 401 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 402 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 403 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 404 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 405 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 406 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 407 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 408 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 409 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 410 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 411 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 412 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 420 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 421 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 422 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 423 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 424 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 425 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 426 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 427 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 428 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 429 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 430 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Box 431 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 501 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 502 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 503 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 504 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 505 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 506 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 507 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 508 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 509 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 532 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 533 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 534 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 535 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 536 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 537 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 538 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Upper Deck Reserved 539 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 301 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 302 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 303 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 304 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 305 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 306 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 307 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 308 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Bleachers 309 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Budweiser Bleachers 201 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Budweiser Bleachers 202 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Budweiser Bleachers 203 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Budweiser Bleachers 231 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Budweiser Bleachers 232 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game | |
| Budweiser Bleachers 233 | upper | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game |
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Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
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Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
Exposed — little to no shade
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
The sun is strongest between 11 AM and 4 PM. Day games at Wrigley Field will have maximum sun exposure during these hours.
Bring your own sunscreen - SPF 30+ recommended
Drink water regularly, especially during day games. Wrigley Field has water fountains on each level.
For a 1 PM game, the behind home plate falls into shade first, so seats there and up in the back rows of the upper deck stay coolest.
Wrigley Field has limited fully covered seating, and 14 more are shaded in their back rows only, under the upper-deck overhang and roof. Field-level and open bleacher sections are exposed.
Back rows only (overhang/roof): Terrace Box 213, Terrace Box 214, Terrace Box 215, Terrace Box 216, Terrace Box 217, Terrace Box 218, Terrace Box 219, Upper Deck Box 413, Upper Deck Box 414, Upper Deck Box 415, Upper Deck Box 416, Upper Deck Box 417, Upper Deck Box 418, Upper Deck Box 419.
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.
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.
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.
Select a game above to see section-by-section shade recommendations for your specific first-pitch time.
Shade data last verified:
Wrigley Field, the friendly confines, is the second-oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball. Famous for its ivy-covered outfield walls, iconic marquee, and the surrounding Wrigleyville neighborhood, this historic venue offers an authentic vintage baseball experience.
Cool spring, windy
Third base side for warmth
Pleasant spring weather
Upper deck recommended
Warm, occasional storms
Club level for comfort
Hot and humid
Shade essential for day games
Warm and humid
First base side afternoon relief
Beautiful fall weather
Perfect conditions anywhere
Club level behind home plate
Right field club level
Classic Wrigley experience but full sun
experienceBest views and value combination
viewPremium all-inclusive experience
experienceGood compromise of shade and proximity
shadeLocal breweries: Goose Island, Revolution, Half Acre
1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613
Limited official parking
Private lots throughout neighborhood
Walk through neighborhood
Ride Share: Pickup zones on side streets
Explore historic Wrigleyville before the game
Pre-game entertainment and food trucks
Chicago specialty at multiple stands
7th inning stretch tradition with guest conductors
Unique viewing experience across the street
Historic neighborhood built around the ballpark
Ivy-covered outfield walls unique to Wrigley
7th inning stretch with guest conductors
Victory flag flown after Cubs wins