Oasis State Park

Sky Score 49/100≈ Bortle 4

Oasis State Park is a protected area in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 67/100 (≈ Bortle 4) — 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 September, when about 72% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 45/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 60%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Oasis State Park

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January64%48/100
February66%49/100
March63%47/100
April69%50/100
May68%50/100
June65%48/100
July63%47/100
August60%46/100
September ★72%52/100
October70%51/100
November67%50/100
December63%47/100

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

Where to stay near Oasis State Park

No lodging within 80 km — this is true wilderness. Plan to camp, or base yourself in the nearest gateway town and drive out for the night.

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