Alto de las Olivas

Sky Score 47/100≈ Bortle 3

Alto de las Olivas is a scenic viewpoint in Extremadura with a measured darkness of 72/100 (≈ 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 July, when about 88% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 63/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 86%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Alto de las Olivas

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January46%41/100
February49%43/100
March43%39/100
April45%40/100
May56%46/100
June68%54/100
July ★88%65/100
August86%64/100
September64%51/100
October48%42/100
November42%38/100
December38%36/100

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

Where to stay near Alto de las Olivas

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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Nearby spots in Extremadura