Woodlands North Verge Sun Analysis — BTO Sun Analysis Tool
Our recommendations for units with the least afternoon sun exposure
Why Avoiding Afternoon Sun is Crucial
1. Your Walls Store Heat and Radiate It Until Midnight
Afternoon sun heats concrete walls that radiate heat indoors for hours — one HDB owner measured 36°C at 6pm with windows closed.
Avoid units where bedroom walls face the afternoon sun. Try it in the demo below →
2. Fans, Tinting & Curtains Can’t Fix Afternoon Heat
HDB owners who tried ceiling fans, reflective film, and blackout curtains still can’t keep rooms comfortable — the only real fix is choosing the right unit.
Check which rooms have windows facing the afternoon sun — no aftermarket fix fully blocks it. Try it in the demo below →
3. It Costs You Comfort, Money & Productivity Every Day
Sun-facing units run aircon 8+ hours daily, driving bills up significantly. WFH adults and students can’t focus past noon without it.
If you WFH or have kids studying, pay attention to which rooms get afternoon sun. Try it in the demo below →
The good news? It's completely avoidable if you choose the right unit.
Demo Sun Analysis Tool
Woodlands North Verge Site Plan
Woodlands North Verge: Units With the Least Afternoon Sun
Based on our sun analysis, here are our recommendations for units with minimal afternoon sun exposure:
Top 2 Rm Pick: Block 917A Stack #379
Direct afternoon sun is blocked by common corridor and neighbouring units. Receives some gentle and nourishing morning sun in the living and bedroom for half the year.
Top 3 Rm Pick: Block 917B Stack #397
All the 3 room unit stacks in this estate suffer from direct afternoon sun. This stack is preferred as it only receives direct afternoon sun for approximately 7 months of the year, while the other 2 stacks have direct afternoon sunlight all year round.
Top 4 Rm Pick: Block 917B Stack #393
Direct afternoon sun is blocked by lift shaft for this unit stack. Half the year, there will be direct sunlight into service yard, ensuring that clothes can dry nicely.
Top 5 Rm Pick: Block 916A Stack #367
Direct afternoon sun is blocked by common corridor and neighbouring units. Half the year, there will be direct sunlight into service yard, ensuring that clothes dry nicely.
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How accurate is the sun analysis?
We use the lat long of the project's position combined with actual floorplan data to calculate exactly how sunlight enters each room throughout the year. The analysis accounts for your unit's orientation, window positions, and wall angles.
Does the analysis consider how deep the sun penetrates into my rooms?
Our analysis focuses on which rooms and walls receive direct sunlight and at what times. The depth of sun penetration into your rooms depends on factors like floor level and window size, which vary by unit and are difficult to model precisely. We show you which rooms face direct afternoon sun so you can assess the impact for your specific floor.
Does the analysis factor in shading from neighbouring blocks and corridors?
Yes, we account for shading from units and corridors that are directly adjacent to your unit within the same block. However, due to limitations in the publicly available data, we are unable to model how other blocks in the development may cast shadows on your unit. For most orientations, the adjacent-unit shading is the most significant factor.
What should I look for when choosing a unit to avoid afternoon sun?
Look for units where bedrooms and living areas face away from the afternoon sun. Avoid west-facing orientations, though the exact sun path shifts throughout the year — which is why a per-unit analysis matters more than a simple compass check.
I've already selected my BTO unit — is this still useful?
Absolutely. Even after selection, understanding your sun exposure helps you plan your renovation — which rooms need blackout curtains, where to position your study desk, and whether you need aircon in every room.
Why focus specifically on afternoon sun?
In Singapore, morning sun (before noon) is generally mild and tolerable. The afternoon sun (12pm–6pm) is significantly more intense and hits from the west, which is when concrete walls absorb the most heat. This stored heat then radiates indoors well into the evening.
Have questions or issues? Reach out to us at support@btoanalysis.com.