Yankee Stadium Section 224 — Shade & Sun Guide
Main Level · behind home plate
For a midsummer 1:05 PM day game, Section 224 starts as a sun/shade split and falls into full shade around 2:55 PM — and its back rows are under the deck above from first pitch. 4:05 PM and night starts: fully shaded.
Shade by month and first pitch
| 1:05 PM | 4:05 PM | 7:05 PM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | Partial (shade 1:35 PM) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
| May | Partial (shade 2:35 PM) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
| Jun | Partial (shade 2:55 PM) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
| Jul | Partial (shade 2:55 PM) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
| Aug | Partial (shade 2:05 PM) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
| Sep | Partial (shade 1:35 PM) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
| Oct | Partial (shade 1:25 PM) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
Shade overview
Section 224 is a Main Level section behind home plate. At a midsummer 1:05 PM first pitch it's a sun/shade split — front rows in the sun, back rows out of it — with full shade arriving around 2:55 PM. The deck above covers the back rows, so the rear of the section is the safe bet whatever the start time. By a 4:05 PM start the sun has moved off it entirely. Night games: shaded from first pitch.
Common questions
Is Section 224 shaded for day games?
Partly at first — for a July 1:05 PM start it's a front-rows-sun, back-rows-shade split through the early innings, with the whole section shaded from about 2:55 PM.
Which rows of Section 224 are covered?
The rear rows sit under the deck above, protected from sun and rain all game. We don't publish an exact row cutoff — the covered zone starts toward the back.
Is Section 224 protected from rain?
Only the rear rows under the overhang. Front and middle rows are open to the sky.
What about night games in Section 224?
Shaded from first pitch — the sun is off this part of the stadium by 7:05 PM.
When is Section 224 sunniest?
Jun day games, when the early-afternoon sun is highest on this side. For the least sun, pick a later start or sit toward the rear.
Food & services nearby
- Nathan's Famous — at this section
- Lobel's — Section 223
- Mac Truck — Section 223
- Magnolia Bakery — Section 223
- Treat House — Section 223
- MVP Burger — Section 227
- First Aid — Main Level — Section 221
- Family restroom (Delta SKY360 Suite) — Section 221
Nearby sections
Section 223 · Section 225 · Terrace Level 324 · Field Level 124