Montaña del Cepo

Sky Score 56/100≈ Bortle 3

Montaña del Cepo is a scenic viewpoint in Canary Islands with a measured darkness of 74/100 (≈ Bortle 3), a good rural sky: the Milky Way is clearly visible, with some glow on the horizon toward nearby towns. The best month to come is typically August, when about 82% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 62/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 17% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 82%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Montaña del Cepo

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January68%55/100
February68%55/100
March66%54/100
April65%53/100
May68%55/100
June70%56/100
July78%61/100
August ★82%63/100
September75%59/100
October65%53/100
November64%52/100
December67%54/100

Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).

Where to stay near Montaña del Cepo

Each place below is rated for the darkness at its own doorstep: stay dark, and the sky is yours from the parking lot.

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