sun trap
Sheltered sunny spot
A sun trap is a sheltered spot that catches and retains sunlight, making it noticeably warmer than surrounding areas.
The term is primarily British: The south-facing patio is a perfect sun trap.
Gardens, courtyards, and building corners can all form natural sun traps, prized for outdoor sitting or growing tender plants.
Shaft of daylight
- daylightSun's natural glow
- raysLines from a source
- golden lightWarm yellow illumination
- dappled lightSpotted sunbeams through gaps
bright · radiant · glowing · luminous · warm light · natural light · solar
Warming oneself pleasantly
- toastyComfortably heated
- balmyMildly warm, soothing
- mildModerate in intensity
- heatedWarmed or passionate
temperate · genial · cozy · snug · warm spot · thermal · sheltered · windless
sunbeam
Shaft of daylight
- daylightSun's natural glow
- raysLines from a source
- golden lightWarm yellow illumination
dappled light · bright · radiant · glowing · luminous · warm light · natural light · solar
basking
Warming oneself pleasantly
heated · temperate · genial · cozy · snug · warm spot · thermal · sheltered · windless · ambient
conservatory
Glass-enclosed plant room
- sunroomGlazed residential living space
- solariumGlass-walled room for light
- patioPaved outdoor living space
courtyard · terrace · veranda · balcony · alcove · nook · bay window · pergola · deck · atrium
lounging
Reclining in idleness
- sunbathingDeliberate exposure to rays
- dozingLightly, briefly unconscious
- nappingSleeping briefly, often midday
siesta · unwinding · repose · leisure · restful · tranquil · peaceful · calm · hammock · reclining
- microclimatesfrost pocket, rain shadow, urban heat island, lake effect, fog belt