Which sections at Guaranteed Rate Field have covered seating?

Guaranteed Rate Field has covered seating in select premium areas and upper deck sections. Check The Shadium for detailed coverage information for each section.

How can I avoid sun at Guaranteed Rate Field during day games?

To avoid sun at Guaranteed Rate Field, choose seats on the third base side, in the upper deck, or in club level sections. The Shadium provides real-time calculations showing exactly which seats will be shaded during your game.

SHADE GUIDE

Guaranteed Rate Field

Chicago White Sox•MLB

Chicago, IL

40,615 seats

120° orientation

Open Air

Built 1991

Guaranteed Rate Field stadium information: Home of the Chicago White Sox in MLB. Located in Chicago, IL with a capacity of 40,615 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 120 degrees. Built in 1991.

Best Shaded Seats at Guaranteed Rate Field

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

Club Box 218

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Club Box 219

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Club Box 220

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Club Box 221

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Club Box 222

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Upper Deck 323

Level: upper
Price: value

Upper Deck 324

Level: upper
Price: value

Upper Deck 325

Level: upper
Price: value

Club Box 218

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: luxury

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#10

Club Box 219

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
Lower Box 118	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 119	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 120	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 121	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 122	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 123	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 124	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 125	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 126	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 127	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 128	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 129	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 130	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 131	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 132	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 133	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 134	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 135	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 136	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 137	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 138	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 139	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 140	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 141	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 142	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 143	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 144	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 145	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 146	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 147	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 148	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 149	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 150	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 151	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 152	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 153	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 154	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 155	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 156	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 157	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 158	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 159	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 160	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Lower Box 161	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Club Box 218	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Box 219	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Box 220	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Box 221	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Box 222	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Club Box 223	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 224	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 225	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 226	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 227	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 228	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 229	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 230	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 231	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 232	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 233	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 234	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 235	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 236	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 237	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 238	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 239	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 240	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 241	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 242	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 243	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 244	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 245	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 246	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 247	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 248	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 249	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 250	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 251	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 252	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 253	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 254	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 255	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 256	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 257	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 258	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 259	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 260	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 261	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 262	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 263	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 264	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 265	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 266	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 267	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 268	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 269	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 270	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 271	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 272	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 273	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 274	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Club Box 275	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Upper Deck 318	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 319	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 320	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 321	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 322	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 323	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 324	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 325	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 326	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 327	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 328	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 329	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 330	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 331	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 332	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 333	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 334	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 335	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 336	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 337	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 338	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 339	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 340	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 341	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 342	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 343	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 344	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 345	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 346	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 347	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 348	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 349	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 350	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 351	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 352	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 353	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 354	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 355	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 356	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 357	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 358	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 359	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 360	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 361	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 362	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 363	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 364	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 365	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 366	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 367	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 368	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 369	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 370	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 371	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Upper Deck 372	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 373	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 374	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Upper Deck 375	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Bullpen Sports Bar 100	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Bullpen Sports Bar 101	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade

Sun Protection Tips for Guaranteed Rate Field

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

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

🧴 Sunscreen Stations

Bring your own sunscreen - SPF 30+ recommended

🧢 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. Guaranteed Rate Field has water fountains on each level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at Guaranteed Rate Field 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 Club Box 218, Club Box 219, Club Box 220 offer guaranteed shade.

Which sections have covered seating?

Covered sections at Guaranteed Rate Field include: Club Box 218, Club Box 219, Club Box 220, Club Box 221, Club Box 222, Upper Deck 318, Upper Deck 319, Upper Deck 320, Upper Deck 321, Upper Deck 322, Upper Deck 372, Upper Deck 373, Upper Deck 374, Upper Deck 375

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 Guaranteed Rate Field

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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Best Shaded Seats at Guaranteed Rate Field

Club Box 218

Club Box 219

Club Box 220

Club Box 221

Club Box 222

Upper Deck 323

Upper Deck 324

Upper Deck 325

Club Box 218

Club Box 219

Seasonal Shade Patterns

April

Recommendations:

May

Recommendations:

June

Recommendations:

July

Recommendations:

August

Recommendations:

September

Recommendations:

October

Recommendations:

Shade by Game Time

1:00 PM Games

Best Sections:

4:00 PM Games

Best Sections:

7:00 PM Games

Best Sections:

All Sections Shade Analysis

Sun Protection Tips for Guaranteed Rate Field

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

🧴 Sunscreen Stations

🧢 Recommended Gear

💧 Stay Hydrated

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at Guaranteed Rate Field for a 1 PM game?

Which sections have covered seating?

How early does shade reach the lower bowl?

Are there shaded standing room areas?

Plan Your Visit to Guaranteed Rate Field

Guaranteed Rate Field

Best Shaded Seats at Guaranteed Rate Field

Club Box 218

Club Box 219

Club Box 220

Club Box 221

Club Box 222

Upper Deck 323

Upper Deck 324

Upper Deck 325

Club Box 218

Club Box 219

Seasonal Shade Patterns

April

Recommendations:

May

Recommendations:

June

Recommendations:

July

Recommendations:

August

Recommendations:

September

Recommendations:

October

Recommendations:

Shade by Game Time

1:00 PM Games

Best Sections:

4:00 PM Games