La cruz

Sky Score 47/100≈ Bortle 3

La cruz is a scenic viewpoint in Extremadura 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 July, when about 85% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 64/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 85%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at La cruz

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January45%42/100
February47%43/100
March42%39/100
April42%39/100
May52%46/100
June65%53/100
July ★85%65/100
August85%65/100
September63%52/100
October46%42/100
November39%38/100
December37%37/100

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

Where to stay near La cruz

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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