Shaded Seats at Yankee Stadium

Find the Best Seats in the Shade for New York Yankees MLB games

New York YankeesNew York, NYMLB • baseball☀️ Open Air

Venue Quick Facts

Capacity

46,537 seats

Orientation

55° from North

Surface

Various

Best Shade Time

After 3 PM

Shade Pattern Simulator

See how shade changes throughout the season and day for baseball games:

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Baseball Shade Strategy

Game Duration

Baseball games last 3+ hours, making shade essential for day games and afternoon starts.

Best Shade Sections

Upper deck and third base side typically offer the most shade

Seasonal Considerations

Summer games (June-August): Highest sun exposure risk
Day games: Choose shaded sections to avoid 3+ hours in direct sun
Evening games: Sun exposure decreases after 6 PM

Sun Safety at Yankee Stadium

🧴 Sun Protection

Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before game time
Reapply every 2 hours during long baseball games
Bring a hat and sunglasses
Consider UV-protective clothing

💧 Stay Hydrated

Drink water regularly throughout the game
Avoid excessive alcohol in direct sun
Seek shade during timeouts/breaks
Watch for signs of heat exhaustion

🏃 Shade Breaks

Use covered concourses during halftime/innings
Visit air-conditioned team stores
Find shaded standing areas
Move to shaded sections if available

Plan Your Visit to Yankee Stadium

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