Miradouro da Ribeira da Boidade

Sky Score 48/100≈ Bortle 3

Miradouro da Ribeira da Boidade 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 85% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 65/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 86%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Miradouro da Ribeira da Boidade

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January47%42/100
February47%43/100
March45%41/100
April43%40/100
May54%47/100
June66%54/100
July ★85%65/100
August86%65/100
September65%53/100
October48%43/100
November42%39/100
December38%38/100

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

Where to stay near Miradouro da Ribeira da Boidade

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