Yankee Stadium Section 425 — Shade & Sun Guide
Grandstand Level · behind home plate
At a representative July 1:05 PM start, Section 425 has sun coming from the side. 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 from the side | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand |
| May | Sun from the side | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand |
| Jun | Sun from the side | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand |
| Jul | Sun from the side | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand |
| Aug | Sun from the side | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand |
| Sep | Sun from the side | Sun behind stand | Sun behind stand |
| Oct | Sun from the side | Sun from the side | Sun down |
Sun direction and cover
Section 425 sits behind home plate. Rear Grandstand rows sit beneath the roof. Published starting-row guidance varies; check the exact seat. The sun comes from the side of this field-facing section at a representative July 1:05 PM start. 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 425 shaded for day games?
At a representative July 1:05 PM start, Section 425 has sun coming from the side. 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 425 are covered?
Rear Grandstand rows sit beneath the roof. Published starting-row guidance varies; check the exact seat. An exact row boundary is not recorded. Overhead cover does not guarantee shade.
When does shade arrive in Section 425?
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 425?
Evening starts may still have sunlight. Sun down is shown separately once the sun crosses the conventional sunset boundary for the stadium and date.
Food & services nearby
- Grand Slam Shakes — Section 324
- Highlanders — Section 324
- Magnolia Bakery — Section 324
- Sweet P Bakery — Section 324
- Treat House — Section 324
- Triple Play Grill — Section 324
- Family restroom — Section 327
- First Aid — Main Level — Section 221
Nearby sections
Section 424 · Section 426 · Terrace Level 325
Seating reference · reviewed 2026-09-15. Overhead cover does not guarantee shade.