Miradouro da Pedra dos Estorninhos

Sky Score 35/100≈ Bortle 3

Miradouro da Pedra dos Estorninhos is a scenic viewpoint in Azores 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 August, when about 50% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 44/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 50%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Miradouro da Pedra dos Estorninhos

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January29%32/100
February32%34/100
March29%32/100
April29%32/100
May30%33/100
June37%37/100
July42%40/100
August ★50%44/100
September43%40/100
October33%34/100
November32%34/100
December30%33/100

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

Where to stay near Miradouro da Pedra dos Estorninhos

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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