Alto da Sapinha

Sky Score 43/100≈ Bortle 3

Alto da Sapinha is a scenic viewpoint in Serra da Estrela & Centro 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 79% 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 79%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Alto da Sapinha

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January34%35/100
February41%39/100
March39%38/100
April40%38/100
May48%43/100
June56%48/100
July ★79%61/100
August79%61/100
September58%49/100
October43%40/100
November29%32/100
December22%28/100

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

Where to stay near Alto da Sapinha

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 Serra da Estrela & Centro