Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos

Sky Score 34/100≈ Bortle 3

Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos is a scenic viewpoint in Azores 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 48% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 42/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 48%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January29%31/100
February28%31/100
March29%31/100
April32%33/100
May33%34/100
June35%35/100
July42%39/100
August ★48%42/100
September41%38/100
October31%32/100
November29%31/100
December29%31/100

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

Where to stay near Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos

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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