Empower Field at Mile High stadium information: Home of the Denver Broncos in NFL. Located in Denver, CO with a capacity of 76,125 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2001.
For a day game at Empower Field at Mile High, 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.
At a glance: pick a game time
Sun: W · 20° above the horizon
Shaded (0)
Light sun (30)
Moderate sun (23)
Full sun (7)
Seating layout is approximate — the shaded vs sunny side is accurate, but individual section details are modeled, not from this park’s real seating map.
Overview
Stadium at 5,280 feet elevation known for giving the Broncos a significant home-field advantage. Features panoramic Rocky Mountain views.
Stadium Highlights
Mile High altitude advantage
Rocky Mountain views
Thunder the horse mascot live
Sold out every game since 1970
Unique Features
Exactly one mile above sea level markers
Ring of Fame circling stadium
Thunder's stable on field
South stands create intense noise
Shade & Sun Protection Guide
Best Shaded Sections by Time
Morning Games
West sideline
Sections 301-344
Afternoon Games
West side upper deck
Club level west
Evening Games
Most sections by 4pm except east lower bowl
Shade Tips
High altitude means intense UV exposure
Sun feels hotter at elevation
West side essential for afternoon games
Sunscreen absolutely necessary
Monthly Weather Patterns
September
70°F 40% 25% rain
Sunny and warm
High UV at altitude
October
55°F 45% 20% rain
Cool and sunny
Perfect football weather
November
42°F 50% 20% rain
Cold with possible snow
Layer up
December
32°F 50% 25% rain
Winter conditions
Bundle for cold
January
30°F 50% 25% rain
Cold and snowy possible
Full winter gear
Seating Guide
Premium Seating Options
Club Levels
United Club
Premium membership
All-inclusive food/drinks
Padded seats
Indoor access
Colorado Club
Club tickets
Sideline views
Upscale dining
Seating Tips
West sideline
Best shade and home side
shade
South stands
Loudest and most energetic
experience
Club level
Indoor refuge from weather
experience
Upper deck
Great mountain views
view
Budget-Friendly Options
Upper deck corners
South stands upper
Food & Drink
Signature Items
Rocky Mountain oysters
Green chile
Bison burgers
Local Favorites
Colorado craft beers
Green chile everything
Elk sausages
Local BBQ
Beer & Beverages
Coors
New Belgium
Great Divide
Odell
Local breweries: New Belgium, Great Divide, Odell, Avery