Miradouro Tio Domingos
8 places to stay nearby, rated for darkness ↓
Miradouro Tio Domingos 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: 17/100. The moon is 98% lit and above the horizon 96% of the night; typical September clear-sky odds here are 43%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Miradouro Tio Domingos
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 29% | 32/100 |
| February | 32% | 34/100 |
| March | 29% | 32/100 |
| April | 29% | 32/100 |
| May | 30% | 33/100 |
| June | 37% | 37/100 |
| July | 42% | 40/100 |
| August ★ | 50% | 44/100 |
| September | 43% | 40/100 |
| October | 33% | 34/100 |
| November | 32% | 34/100 |
| December | 30% | 33/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Miradouro Tio Domingos: sleep under a dark sky
We measured the night sky over each stay below, not just over the spot: the darkness score is computed at the hotel's own location, so you know what you'll see from the door. Sorted darkest sky first, with the distance to Miradouro Tio Domingos for each.
#1Darkest sky of these staysCasa Poço Azul
9.6Guests love it(10 reviews)
Casa Poço Azul is a comfortable holiday home in Achadinha featuring one bedroom, a living room, and a private terrace ideal for evening stargazing. The property offers modern conveniences including air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor seating, and a barbecue, with nearby natural attractions like Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park just 2.1 miles away.
- Sky darkness
- 74/100
- To the spot
- 6.9 km
- Location
- Achadinha
74/100sky darkness at this stay
#3Ribeira dos Caldeirões (AL)
8.1Very well rated(12 reviews)
This elegant country house in Achada sits just steps from Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park, offering a sun terrace, garden, outdoor fireplace, and peaceful outdoor spaces ideal for stargazing and relaxation. Guests appreciate the scenic views, comfortable amenities including a coffee shop and barbecue facilities, plus convenient access to nearby natural attractions like Lagoa do Congro and the park's natural wonders.
- Sky darkness
- 73/100
- To the spot
- 8.1 km
- Location
- Achada
More stays nearby
Check availability →Casa do Monte (AL-QUARTOS)
Darkness: 72/100 · 10.0 Guests love it (3 reviews) · 6.4 km from Miradouro Tio Domingos · Achadinha
Check availability →Cantinho da Ilha (AL)
Darkness: 72/100 · 9.3 Guests love it (47 reviews) · 6.7 km from Miradouro Tio Domingos · Achadinha
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Maia Guest House
Darkness: 70/100 · 2.6 km from Miradouro Tio Domingos · Maia
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Alvarenga House
Darkness: 70/100 · 2.7 km from Miradouro Tio Domingos
Check availability →Vista do Vale
Darkness: 65/100 · 8.7 Very well rated (450 reviews) · 8 km from Miradouro Tio Domingos
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Live prices around Maia
Maia is the closest base to Miradouro Tio Domingos with rooms to book. The map shows everything available there right now, including the hotels, apartments and cabins we do not rate. Use the stays above when darkness decides, use the map when price or availability does.
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Nearby spots in Azores
- Miradouro da Pedra dos Estorninhos 5.6 km · Sky Score 35/100
- Área de Paisagem Protegida das Furnas 9 km · Sky Score 34/100
- Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira 12.6 km · Sky Score 36/100
- Reserva Natural da Lagoa do Fogo 13.1 km · Sky Score 34/100
- Monumento Natural da Caldeira Velha 13.9 km · Sky Score 33/100
Sky data: NASA Black Marble VJ146A4 2025 annual composite · clear-sky climatology ERA5 2015–2024 (methodology).