Miradouro de Salvaterra

Sky Score 49/100≈ Bortle 3

Miradouro de Salvaterra 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 88% 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 87%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Miradouro de Salvaterra

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January49%44/100
February50%45/100
March46%42/100
April45%42/100
May55%48/100
June69%55/100
July ★88%67/100
August87%66/100
September67%54/100
October48%43/100
November42%40/100
December40%38/100

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

Where to stay near Miradouro de Salvaterra

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