Azinheira das Bruxas

Sky Score 46/100≈ Bortle 3

Azinheira das Bruxas is a scenic viewpoint in Alentejo with a measured darkness of 73/100 (≈ 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 73% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 57/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 73%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Azinheira das Bruxas

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January50%44/100
February46%42/100
March44%40/100
April44%40/100
May53%45/100
June60%50/100
July70%55/100
August ★73%57/100
September62%51/100
October46%41/100
November46%41/100
December43%40/100

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

Where to stay near Azinheira das Bruxas

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 Alentejo