Shaded and Covered Seating at Target Field

Shaded Seats at Target Field

While Minneapolis is the coldest baseball city in the major leagues, summertimes in the Twin Cities are as sunny as any other big league destination. Fans sensitive to the sun should be cautious when purchasing tickets to a Twins game in June, July or August. Fortunately, Target Field features several seating options protected from the sun.

Most Twins game in the summer begin at 1:10 p.m.. For these games, here are the best shaded seats at Target Field:

• Main Level Sections 107-116
• Club Level Sections A-H
• View Level sections 301-316

Shaded Seats on the Main Level

Main Level seats at Target Field are those located at field level. The best seats - sections 1-17 - are rarely shaded. Instead, if you want to sit close to the field and still be out of the sun, consider sections 107-122.

On the first base side of the field (the Twins side), rows 10 and above are typically shaded for 1:00 p.m. games. Lower rows will also become shaded by the end of the game.

On the third base side, rows 20 and above are usually shaded at first pitch. Rows 15-20 will be shaded by the end of the game, but lower rows will stay sunny.

Sitting on the Club Level For a Day Game

The Club Level may be the best place to sit when the weather is a factor. Thrivent Club sections A-R provide a fantastic view of the field and access to the indoor club lounge. If it's raining, you can duck inside to avoid getting wet or to wait out a delay. And if it's too hot outside, you can retreat to the club until the shade reaches your seats.

All club level seats will eventually be shaded during day games, but the shade arrives at different times. Sections A-D are almost always shaded after 1 o'clock. Meanwhile, sections E-J will start in the sun and eventually become shaded. Finally, the upper rows of sections K-R begin in the shade, while the lower rows become shaded by the middle innings.

Finding the Cheapest Seats in the Shade

Because the sun will set behind home plate, there are some great options for shade on the Terrace Level. Sections 308-322 are among the best of the best. Ticket prices in these seats are often far less expensive than tickets in the Main and Club Level - and the shade will be just as good, if not better.

For a 1 p.m. game, sit in sections 301-316 to stay shaded. Seats on the other side of the field may be shaded at first pitch, but they might eventually wind up in the sun. If forced to choose seats in sections 316-327, choose a high row in a section closest to home plate.

Sitting in the Outfield

The outfield seats at Target Field are commonly referred to as the sunniest seats in the ballpark. Most of these seats are in direct sunlight from noon until sunset. However, two blocks of sections in the outfield are well shaded.

First, in right field, sections 132-136 are covered by the Grandstand overhang. Fittingly known as Treasure Island Cove, these are your best bet for shade in the outfield.

In left field, the Bleachers (128-131) are also under an overhang that blocks out the sun. Unfortunately, the overhang can only do so much. The first couple rows in these sections will always be in the sun and rows 3-5 will usually be in the sun by the mid-innings. To keep things simple, aim for rows 6 and above to avoid sunshine safely.

Avoid seats in the Home Run Porch (229-234 and 329-334), as the only shade comes from the clouds.

Covered Seats at Target Field

When the weather warms up, Minneapolis sees a spike in rainfall. June and July are the wettest months in Minnesota and Target Field was (controversially) built without a roof. When the forecast calls for rain, Twins fans need to know where to find covered seats.

Here are some of the best spots for staying dry:

• Rows 20+ in sections 107-122
• Rows 10+ in the Club Level
• Rows 5+ in the Upper Deck (except sections in the far corners)

Fan Comments

• Left Field Seats See the Most Sunshine

  Submitted by a Fan
  Shaded seats at Target Field are fairly easy to come by. Home plate faces east, meaning that the sun will set almost directly behind home plate. Seats directly behind home plate and closest to home plate (infield) -- especially down the first base line -- will see shade first. Left and center field seats will remain in the sun for the longest period of time. An impressive overhang covering nearly half of the Upper Deck keeps many of the higher numbered rows (5+) covered even during afternoon games.

• Front of sections 1-17 are behind the netting

  Submitted by a Fan
  There is some amount of netting or screening in front of sections 1-17. The height and coverage of netting or screening will vary by section.

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Related Questions

• Where is Section 120 Row WC at Target Field?

  Answered by an RYS Expert · July 24, 2015

  Row WC is the very last row in Section 120, and is designated for handicap accessible and wheelchair seating. From this last row, you will have excellent overhead coverage provided by the Club level sections above and easy access from the concourse to the seats and vica versa.

  

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  The closest entry to your seats in Section 120 will be Gate 14, located directly behind home plate. From outside the stadium, the gate is located just off 7th street at the western side of the ballpark.

• What sections are covered at Target Field?

  Answered by an RYS Expert · August 4, 2014

  There is a large overhang that protects the upper level of the stadium so more than half of the rows in the upper deck sections are covered. Sitting in the back portion of Sections 301-327 is one great option for staying covered. Another place that is covered is in the back part of the lower level. Sections 107-126 are covered by the overhanging club seats so sitting one of the last few rows will be covered. Finally, left field seats are covered as well, but only a couple of rows are covered in this area so sitting in the back of Sections 128-131 is also an option.

  
  
  
  

  An overhang protects much of the 300 level and the back part of many 100 level sections

• What seats are in the shade at Target Field?

  Answered by an RYS Expert · September 24, 2013

  Avoid Left and Center Field

  Home plate faces east at Target Field, meaning that the sun will set almost directly behind home plate. Seats directly behind home plate and closest to home plate (infield) -- especially down the first base line -- will see shade first. Left and center field seats will remain in the sun for the longest period of time.

  Consider High-Number Rows in the Upper Deck

  

  An impressive overhang covering nearly half of the Upper Deck keeps many of the higher numbered rows (5+) covered even during afternoon games.

  Related: Where will the shade be for a July game at Target Field?
  

• Where will the shade be for a July game at Target Field?

  Answered by an RYS Expert · May 11, 2014

  Sitting behind home plate will put the sun at your back quicker than any other area at Target Field. Some of the best options for shade during a July game will be located in the upper rows of sections 109-119 as they are located behind home plate and have good protection from the overhanging seating deck above. Opt for rows 17 and higher for the best coverage and sun protection in these lower level sections during a summer day game at Target Field.

  
  

  Great shade in the upper rows of Section 110 at Target Field