Dr. Jane Yoo, a board-certified dermatologist, maps out which seats at Ashe and Armstrong stadiums stay shaded during US Open matches. Ashe's south and west sections offer the most consistent shade. At Armstrong, sections 1-8 on the west side stay shaded longest, though all rows get sun by 2 PM except rows T and above.
Planning to attend the US Open? Well, here's a quick guide to help you find the perfect seat based on shade and sun exposure. First, let's start with Ashe Stadium. Thanks to the roof, a large portion of the seats are naturally shaded throughout the day. For the most shade, look for seats in the south and west sections. These areas stay shaded for the majority of the day. If you're not in those sections, the north side offers the next best shade. However, the east side is where you'll find the most sun, so if you're attending a day session, you might want to avoid those seats. Moving on to the new Armstrong Stadium, which also features a roof. Sections 1 through 8 are your best bet for shade. The west side sections, where the chair umpire is located, get the most shade, and when there's no shade, the sun is at your back. Rows K and above start getting shaded around 12:30 PM and by 2 PM the sun will cover all the rows. East side sections receive the least amount of shade and are in the direct sun for much of the afternoon, though rows T and above are shaded all day. For south sections behind the server, expect more shade initially, starting almost completely shaded and gradually losing it by mid-afternoon as the sun moves around. Finally, in the grandstand, there's generally less shade. The south and west sections are better since the sun is more at your back. For the most shade, however, aim for the higher general admission seats, especially in the southwest corner. Enjoy your time at the Open and make sure to check out the links below for detailed seating information. Have a fantastic time at the matches and don't forget to wear your sunscreen. I'm Dr. Yoo, board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon.
