Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela

Sky Score 36/100≈ Bortle 4

Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela is a protected area in Serra da Estrela & Centro with a measured darkness of 65/100 (≈ Bortle 4), 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 77% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 53/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 77%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January39%33/100
February38%33/100
March34%31/100
April33%30/100
May44%36/100
June50%39/100
July73%51/100
August ★77%53/100
September54%41/100
October40%34/100
November31%29/100
December29%28/100

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

Where to stay near Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela

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