Yankee Stadium Section 309 — Shade & Sun Guide
Terrace Level · first-base/right-field side
For a midsummer 1:05 PM day game, Section 309 stays a sun/shade split for most of the game — and its back rows are under the deck above from first pitch.
Shade by month and first pitch
| 1:05 PM | 4:05 PM | 7:05 PM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade | Shade (from first pitch) |
| May | Partial | Partial (shade 6:55 PM) | Shade |
| Jun | Partial | Partial (shade 7:15 PM) | Partial (shade 8:25 PM) |
| Jul | Partial | Partial (shade 7:15 PM) | Partial (shade 8:25 PM) |
| Aug | Partial (shade 2:05 PM) | Shade | Shade (from first pitch) |
| Sep | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade | Shade (from first pitch) |
| Oct | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) | Shade (from first pitch) |
Shade overview
Section 309 is a Terrace Level section on the first-base/right-field side. At a midsummer 1:05 PM first pitch it's a sun/shade split — front rows catch the high sun while back rows sit in shade — and it stays that way for most of the game. The deck above covers the back rows, so the rear of the section is the safe bet whatever the start time.
Seasonal note: day games in Apr, Sep, Oct start already shaded — the early-innings sun is a June-August phenomenon.
Common questions
Is Section 309 shaded for day games?
Mostly not — for a July 1:05 PM start it stays a sun/shade split for most of the game.
Which rows of Section 309 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 309 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 309?
Night games start with some low evening sun; shade settles in around 8:25 PM.
When is Section 309 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
- Colony Grill — Section 310
- Highlanders — Section 312
- Nathan's Famous — Section 312
- Blue Bunny — Section 318
- The Halal Guys — Section 321
- Magnolia Bakery — Section 211
- Family restroom — Section 311
- First Aid — Terrace/Grandstand (when open) — Section 320
Nearby sections
Section 308 · Section 310 · Grandstand Level 409 · Main Level 209