For a day game at Globe Life Field, the first base side 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 · 12° above the horizon
Based on stadium orientation and historical data, these sections offer the most shade:
Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating
Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating
Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating
Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating
Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MVP Box 3 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| MVP Box 4 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| MVP Box 5 | field | — Exposed | Evening games | Exposed — little to no shade | |
| Field Level 8 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 9 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 10 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 11 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 12 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 13 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 14 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 15 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 16 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 17 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 18 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 19 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 20 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 21 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 22 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 23 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 24 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 25 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 26 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 27 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 28 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 29 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 30 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 31 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 32 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 33 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 34 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 35 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 36 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 37 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 38 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 39 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 40 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 41 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 42 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 43 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 44 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 45 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 46 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 47 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Field Level 48 | field | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 101 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 102 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 103 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 104 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 105 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 106 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 107 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 108 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 109 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 110 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 111 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 112 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 113 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 114 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 115 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 116 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 117 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 118 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 119 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 120 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 121 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 122 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 123 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 124 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 125 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 126 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 127 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 128 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 129 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 130 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 131 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 132 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 133 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 134 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 135 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 136 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 137 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 138 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 139 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 140 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 141 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 142 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 143 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 144 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Lower Bowl 145 | lower | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Club Level 201 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 202 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 203 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 204 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 205 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 206 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 207 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 208 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 209 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 210 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 211 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 212 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 213 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 214 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 215 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 216 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 217 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 218 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 219 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 220 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 221 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 222 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 223 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 224 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 225 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 226 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 227 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 228 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 229 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 230 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 231 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 232 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 233 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 234 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 235 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 236 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 237 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 238 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 239 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 240 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 241 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 242 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 243 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 244 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Club Level 245 | club | ✓ Covered | All day | Guaranteed shade — fully covered | |
| Upper Deck 301 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 302 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 303 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 304 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 305 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 306 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 307 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 308 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 309 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 310 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 311 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 312 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 313 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 314 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 315 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 316 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 317 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 318 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 319 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 320 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 321 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 322 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 323 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 324 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 325 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 326 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 327 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 328 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 329 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 330 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 331 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 332 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 333 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 334 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 335 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 336 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 337 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 338 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 339 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 340 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 341 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 342 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 343 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 344 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed | |
| Upper Deck 345 | upper | ◐ back rows | Day games (back rows) | Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed |
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
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Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The sun is strongest between 11 AM and 4 PM. Day games at Globe Life Field will have maximum sun exposure during these hours.
Bring your own sunscreen - SPF 30+ recommended
Drink water regularly, especially during day games. Globe Life Field has water fountains on each level.
For a 1 PM game, the first base side falls into shade first, so seats there and up in the back rows of the upper deck stay coolest. Fully covered sections like Club Level 201, Club Level 202, Club Level 203 offer guaranteed shade all day.
45 sections at Globe Life Field are fully covered (all rows) — mostly indoor, suite, and club-level spaces, and 131 more are shaded in their back rows only, under the upper-deck overhang and roof. Field-level and open bleacher sections are exposed.
Fully covered (all rows): Club Level 201, Club Level 202, Club Level 203, Club Level 204, Club Level 205, Club Level 206, Club Level 207, Club Level 208, Club Level 209, Club Level 210, Club Level 211, Club Level 212, Club Level 213, Club Level 214, Club Level 215, Club Level 216, Club Level 217, Club Level 218, Club Level 219, Club Level 220, Club Level 221, Club Level 222, Club Level 223, Club Level 224, Club Level 225, Club Level 226, Club Level 227, Club Level 228, Club Level 229, Club Level 230, Club Level 231, Club Level 232, Club Level 233, Club Level 234, Club Level 235, Club Level 236, Club Level 237, Club Level 238, Club Level 239, Club Level 240, Club Level 241, Club Level 242, Club Level 243, Club Level 244, Club Level 245.
Back rows only (overhang/roof): Field Level 8, Field Level 9, Field Level 10, Field Level 11, Field Level 12, Field Level 13, Field Level 14, Field Level 15, Field Level 16, Field Level 17, Field Level 18, Field Level 19, Field Level 20, Field Level 21, Field Level 22, Field Level 23, Field Level 24, Field Level 25, Field Level 26, Field Level 27, Field Level 28, Field Level 29, Field Level 30, Field Level 31, Field Level 32, Field Level 33, Field Level 34, Field Level 35, Field Level 36, Field Level 37, Field Level 38, Field Level 39, Field Level 40, Field Level 41, Field Level 42, Field Level 43, Field Level 44, Field Level 45, Field Level 46, Field Level 47, Field Level 48, Lower Bowl 101, Lower Bowl 102, Lower Bowl 103, Lower Bowl 104, Lower Bowl 105, Lower Bowl 106, Lower Bowl 107, Lower Bowl 108, Lower Bowl 109, Lower Bowl 110, Lower Bowl 111, Lower Bowl 112, Lower Bowl 113, Lower Bowl 114, Lower Bowl 115, Lower Bowl 116, Lower Bowl 117, Lower Bowl 118, Lower Bowl 119, Lower Bowl 120, Lower Bowl 121, Lower Bowl 122, Lower Bowl 123, Lower Bowl 124, Lower Bowl 125, Lower Bowl 126, Lower Bowl 127, Lower Bowl 128, Lower Bowl 129, Lower Bowl 130, Lower Bowl 131, Lower Bowl 132, Lower Bowl 133, Lower Bowl 134, Lower Bowl 135, Lower Bowl 136, Lower Bowl 137, Lower Bowl 138, Lower Bowl 139, Lower Bowl 140, Lower Bowl 141, Lower Bowl 142, Lower Bowl 143, Lower Bowl 144, Lower Bowl 145, Upper Deck 301, Upper Deck 302, Upper Deck 303, Upper Deck 304, Upper Deck 305, Upper Deck 306, Upper Deck 307, Upper Deck 308, Upper Deck 309, Upper Deck 310, Upper Deck 311, Upper Deck 312, Upper Deck 313, Upper Deck 314, Upper Deck 315, Upper Deck 316, Upper Deck 317, Upper Deck 318, Upper Deck 319, Upper Deck 320, Upper Deck 321, Upper Deck 322, Upper Deck 323, Upper Deck 324, Upper Deck 325, Upper Deck 326, Upper Deck 327, Upper Deck 328, Upper Deck 329, Upper Deck 330, Upper Deck 331, Upper Deck 332, Upper Deck 333, Upper Deck 334, Upper Deck 335, Upper Deck 336, Upper Deck 337, Upper Deck 338, Upper Deck 339, Upper Deck 340, Upper Deck 341, Upper Deck 342, Upper Deck 343, Upper Deck 344, Upper Deck 345.
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.
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Globe Life Field is a state-of-the-art retractable roof ballpark in Arlington, featuring a climate-controlled environment perfect for Texas summers. The newest park in MLB combines modern amenities with classic ballpark design, offering spectacular views and comfort year-round.
Mild, roof varies
Perfect with roof open
Getting warm
Roof often closed
Hot
AC essential
Very hot
Roof always closed
Peak heat
Climate control blessing
Still hot
Roof usually closed
Behind home plate
Club level
Ultimate luxury with AC comfort
experienceGreat value with full coverage
valueClose to action, always comfortable
viewSocial atmosphere with shade
experienceLocal breweries: Karbach, Revolver, Martin House, Rahr & Sons
734 Stadium Drive, Arlington, TX 76011
Closest to main entrance
Good value
Budget option
Ride Share: Designated zones Randol Mill Rd
Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch
Bring sunscreen for day games
Try the stadium signature items
Leave early or stay late to avoid congestion
Sports and entertainment complex with AT&T Stadium nearby
Horse mascot
Mid-inning entertainment
Deep in the Heart of Texas