Yankee Stadium Section 214 — Shade & Sun Guide
Main Level · first-base/right-field side · covers 214A and 214B
At a representative July 1:05 PM start, Section 214 has the sun behind the stand. This section has cover over some rows; sunlight can still enter beneath the overhang. Sun direction and overhead cover are separate; check the row notes below.
Sun directions are model estimates using the section’s approximate field-facing orientation for the 15th of each month, April through October 2026, sampled every 10 minutes over 3 hours 10 minutes. Overhead cover is described separately. Sun behind the stand does not guarantee shade; individual rows, local obstructions and clouds can change conditions. Use the interactive map for your game's date and start time.
Sun direction by month and first pitch
| 1:05 PM | 4:05 PM | 7:05 PM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand | Sun from the side |
| May | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand | Sun from the side |
| Jun | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand | Sun from the side |
| Jul | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand | Sun from the side |
| Aug | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand | Sun from the side |
| Sep | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand | Sun from the side |
| Oct | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand | Sun down |
Sun direction and cover
Section 214 sits on the first-base/right-field side. Rear rows have overhang cover; the starting row varies by section. Sunlight may enter beneath the deck. The sun is behind this field-facing section at a representative July 1:05 PM start; open seats can still receive direct sun. Coverage does not guarantee shade. Exact shadow boundaries and arrival times have not been measured.
Seasonal sun directions use the 15th of each month. A later start does not guarantee shade before sunset; local obstructions have not been measured.
Common questions
Is Section 214 shaded for day games?
At a representative July 1:05 PM start, Section 214 has the sun behind the stand. This section has cover over some rows; sunlight can still enter beneath the overhang. Sun direction and overhead cover are separate; check the row notes below.
Which rows of Section 214 are covered?
Rear rows have overhang cover; the starting row varies by section. Sunlight may enter beneath the deck. An exact row boundary is not recorded. Overhead cover does not guarantee shade.
When does shade arrive in Section 214?
An exact shade-arrival time is not established. The timeline shows sun direction, not a measured shadow; individual rows, overhang edges and local structures can differ.
What about night games in Section 214?
Evening starts may still have sunlight. Sun down is shown separately once the sun crosses the conventional sunset boundary for the stadium and date.
Does this guide cover every subsection of 214?
This guide summarizes the parent section. Select your exact subsection on the interactive map; neighboring rows can have different exposure.
Food & services nearby
- Kosher — at this section
- Brooklyn Dumpling Shop — Section 213
- Triple Play Grill — Section 213
- Magnolia Bakery — Section 217
- Treat House — Section 217
- Lobel's — Section 223
- Family restroom — Section 219
- First Aid — Main Level — Section 221
Nearby sections
Section 213 · Section 215 · Terrace Level 314 · Field Level 114
Seating reference · reviewed 2026-09-15. Overhead cover does not guarantee shade.