Miradouro da Luz

Sky Score 49/100≈ Bortle 3

Miradouro da Luz is a scenic viewpoint in Alentejo 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: 65/100. 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 Miradouro da Luz

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January50%44/100
February50%44/100
March48%43/100
April45%41/100
May57%48/100
June68%55/100
July ★85%65/100
August85%65/100
September67%54/100
October50%44/100
November49%44/100
December45%42/100

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

Where to stay near Miradouro da Luz

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