Ponte sobre a Ribeira de Machede

Sky Score 47/100≈ Bortle 3

Ponte sobre a Ribeira de Machede is a scenic viewpoint in Alentejo with a measured darkness of 72/100 (≈ 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 82% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 61/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 82%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Ponte sobre a Ribeira de Machede

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January49%43/100
February48%42/100
March47%41/100
April43%39/100
May55%46/100
June65%52/100
July81%61/100
August ★82%62/100
September64%51/100
October49%42/100
November48%42/100
December43%39/100

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

Where to stay near Ponte sobre a Ribeira de Machede

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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