PlayShade Playground Shade Map
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Hot afternoon ahead? Ten playgrounds nearby—but at 2pm, most are in full sun.
PlayShade is a playground shade map for parents: see every park near you, pick a date and time, and find the one or two that are actually shady when you arrive. Shade is the exception, not the rule—and it changes by hour. Browse the map, filter for shadier spots, and skip the sun-baked slide before you load the car.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
• See sun and shade at any hour—today or months ahead
• Scan every nearby playground and spot the rare shady ones
• Filter for shadier parks, schools, and play areas
• Preview lighting on each playground with 3D models
• Stop guessing which of a dozen parks is worth the trip
PERFECT WHEN
• A dozen playgrounds are within 15 minutes—but only one has afternoon shade
• You're new in town and don't know which park is the exception
• You picked the "shady" park last time and the swings were still in full sun
HOW IT WORKS
PlayShade models the sun's path for your visit time and estimates shadows from trees, buildings, and play structures—updated for season and time of day.
Built for parents tired of driving to the wrong park.
Shade and sun levels are estimates based on 3D map data and simulation. Actual conditions may vary with weather, seasons, or site changes. Coverage focused on North America. Internet connection required.
PlayShade is a playground shade map for parents: see every park near you, pick a date and time, and find the one or two that are actually shady when you arrive. Shade is the exception, not the rule—and it changes by hour. Browse the map, filter for shadier spots, and skip the sun-baked slide before you load the car.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
• See sun and shade at any hour—today or months ahead
• Scan every nearby playground and spot the rare shady ones
• Filter for shadier parks, schools, and play areas
• Preview lighting on each playground with 3D models
• Stop guessing which of a dozen parks is worth the trip
PERFECT WHEN
• A dozen playgrounds are within 15 minutes—but only one has afternoon shade
• You're new in town and don't know which park is the exception
• You picked the "shady" park last time and the swings were still in full sun
HOW IT WORKS
PlayShade models the sun's path for your visit time and estimates shadows from trees, buildings, and play structures—updated for season and time of day.
Built for parents tired of driving to the wrong park.
Shade and sun levels are estimates based on 3D map data and simulation. Actual conditions may vary with weather, seasons, or site changes. Coverage focused on North America. Internet connection required.
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What’s new
Fix bottom sheet closing while scrolling playground details and filters.
