Which New York patios have sun right now?

Sun Map calculates the sun's live position for all 15 New York patios, rooftop bars and sidewalk cafés in our database and shows which ones are in the sun this minute, plus how many minutes of sun are left.

What are the best rooftop bars in New York?

Our Top 10 for New York is ranked by SunScore, which blends sun quality and evening sun with Google ratings, Sun Map guest ratings, community check-ins and how complete each listing is — so it is not a paid list.

Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.

Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?

Yes. Filter for shade, awnings, pergolas and wind-sheltered seating when you would rather stay out of the sun in New York.

Can I find late outdoor dining in New York?

Use the "last sun" filter to see New York patios and rooftops that stay in the sun past 7pm, ideal for golden hour drinks and dinner outside.

I own a restaurant in New York — how do I get listed?

Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.

Outdoor Dining in New York: Patios & Rooftop Bars in the Sun Right Now

15 sun-tracked patios & rooftops

Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in New York

We currently track 15 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in New York, kept up to date by the community. 15 of them are in the sun right now.

Sunset is at 23:28 and golden hour starts at 22:52.

Too hot? 1 places offer shade, parasols or shelter — useful in the middle of the day.

Sunny now
15
Shade
1
Sunset
23:28
Golden hour
22:52
Daylight
13h 4min

Stop guessing which table gets the sun. Sun Map tracks the sun's real-time position against every patio, rooftop bar, sidewalk café and beach club in New York, so you know what's golden right now — and how many minutes of sun are left before the shade rolls in. Locals report live conditions, Google ratings sit next to Sun Map's own guest ratings, and directions are one tap away. Free to use, no account needed.

Why New York picks Sun Map

Every other guide tells you a place has "outdoor seating." Sun Map tells you whether that seat is in the sun — right now.

Real-time sun, not guesswork
Sun Map computes the sun's azimuth and elevation for each address every minute, so you see which of 15 spots in New York are lit up and how long the sun holds.
Ratings you already trust
Google ratings and reviews sit side by side with Sun Map's own guest ratings, so the Top 10 reflects both the crowd and the sun.
Live reports from locals
One tap lets guests report sun, partial sun or rain on the spot — the map reflects what people see outside, not just the forecast.
Filtered your way
Filter by rooftop, sidewalk seating, beach club, shade, wind shelter or late-evening sun after 7pm, then get directions in one tap.
Free, and no account required
Search, sun hours, hours of operation and directions are free. Sign up only if you want favorites, check-ins and friend activity.

Top 10 sunny terraces in New York

The ten best sun spots in New York right now, ranked from 15 mapped terraces.

The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.

The sun in New York today

Sunrise

10:25

Sun highest

16:57

Sunset

23:28

Golden hour

22:52

Daylight

13h 4min

15 spots are in the sun right now

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Pick what you're after in New York – rooftop, beach club, waterfront or shade.

15 spots

Sunset in New York month by month

How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in New York across the year.

Month	Sunset	Daylight
January	21:53	9h 35min
February	22:31	10h 40min
March	23:03	11h 54min
April	23:35	13h 17min
May	00:06	14h 27min
June	00:29	15h 5min
July	00:27	14h 49min
August	23:56	13h 49min
September	23:07	12h 30min
October	22:17	11h 10min
November	21:39	9h 56min
December	21:30	9h 16min

Updated automatically

Guide: sun and terraces in New York

Sun Map maps 15 outdoor spots in New York, including 0 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.

Local tips for New York

Terraces in New York cluster in Williamsburg, Lower East Side and West Village – start there if you want to hop between places on foot.
Spots facing the Hudson get an open western aspect and hold the evening sun longer than inland streets.
Just after the sunset? Brooklyn Bridge Park is the classic – have a drink nearby first.
The terrace season in New York effectively runs May–October; outside it, expect heaters and blankets.
At midday shade beats sun – filter on Shade and save the sun for the evening.

Good to know

Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in New York keep it longest.
Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.

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FAQ – New York

Which New York patios have sun right now?: Sun Map calculates the sun's live position for all 15 New York patios, rooftop bars and sidewalk cafés in our database and shows which ones are in the sun this minute, plus how many minutes of sun are left.
What are the best rooftop bars in New York?: Our Top 10 for New York is ranked by SunScore, which blends sun quality and evening sun with Google ratings, Sun Map guest ratings, community check-ins and how complete each listing is — so it is not a paid list.
Is Sun Map free?: Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.
Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?: Yes. Filter for shade, awnings, pergolas and wind-sheltered seating when you would rather stay out of the sun in New York.
Can I find late outdoor dining in New York?: Use the "last sun" filter to see New York patios and rooftops that stay in the sun past 7pm, ideal for golden hour drinks and dinner outside.
I own a restaurant in New York — how do I get listed?: Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.

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Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in New York

Why New York picks Sun Map

Real-time sun, not guesswork

Ratings you already trust

Live reports from locals

Filtered your way

Free, and no account required

Top 10 sunny terraces in New York

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Grüit

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Le Monde

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Tropical

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