San Lorenzo Ridge Overlook

Sky Score 65/100≈ Bortle 2

San Lorenzo Ridge Overlook is a scenic viewpoint in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 88/100 (≈ Bortle 2) — among the very darkest measurable skies in the American Southwest — the Milky Way casts visible shadows on moonless nights. The best month to come is typically May, when about 75% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 58/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 57%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at San Lorenzo Ridge Overlook

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January64%63/100
February69%66/100
March67%65/100
April73%69/100
May ★75%71/100
June65%64/100
July55%56/100
August57%58/100
September73%69/100
October73%69/100
November72%68/100
December67%64/100

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

Where to stay near San Lorenzo Ridge Overlook

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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