Finding the Best Seats with Shade at Oracle Park for Summer Afternoon Games

Summer afternoon games at Oracle Park (formerly known as ATT Park) in San Francisco can be extremely sunny, making it essential to find the best seating options to stay cool and comfortable. In this article, we will explore the areas with the most shade and provide tips to help you plan for your next visit.

Upper Deck for Shaded Seating

The upper deck is an excellent location for shade during the sunniest hours of the day. Here are the specific areas to consider:

Upper levels behind home plate and along the first and third baselines: These locations offer the most consistent shade throughout the afternoon. Sections 204 to 207 and 234 to 237: These areas provide shade due to the stadium's positioning and the sun's trajectory.

Seating in these areas can be particularly comfortable as the sun moves across the sky, ensuring that you can enjoy a pleasant experience throughout the game.

Infield Seats for Partial Shade

Lower infield sections, such as rows 106 to 109 and 126 to 129, also offer some shade later in the afternoon. As the game progresses and the sun lowers, these seats become more shaded.

Outfield Areas for Early Shade

The outfield areas, particularly the left field area, can start to receive shade as the sun sets, especially during the later innings. This makes these areas a good choice for cooler game days.

Left and right field: Left field: Shade starts to appear as the sun sets, making these areas cooler later in the game. Right field: Similar to left field, right field areas receive shade later in the afternoon.

For the most comfortable experience, it's advisable to check the game time and weather forecast before making your seating reservations.

Best Seats in Each Level

For season ticket holders and visiting fans alike, here are the best shaded seats in each level of Oracle Park:

Club Level

The Club Level is the best option for shaded seating as you can always watch the game inside. The Club Level seats are the most protected from the sun, making this area the most comfortable for all-day viewing.

Promenade Level

Sit in rows 25 and above on any of the Promenade level seats to enjoy shade that comes from the stadium overhand. Lower section seats on the left field side have the best chance of getting some shade during the summer due to the way the field is laid out in relation to the sun.

Lower Box Sections

For those seated in lower box sections, the best shaded options are:

Right field side Club Level seats 202-212 provide the best shade. Lower box sections 101-112, Rows 20 and above offer more shade as the game progresses. Any lower box seat with rows above 25 should also be a good choice.

Final Thoughts

Even with other seating options, the back rows of Club Level seats, starting from 220-228, will start getting shaded around 3:00 PM with the shade moving down to Row A, providing some relief from the direct sun.

Regardless of the time of year, watching a day game in the direct sun in San Francisco can be quite intense. Any shade is a welcome relief, so choosing the right seats is crucial for a comfortable and enjoyable game day experience.