Miradouro do Alto da Castanheira

Sky Score 43/100≈ Bortle 3

Miradouro do Alto da Castanheira is a scenic viewpoint in Trás-os-Montes & the North with a measured darkness of 73/100 (≈ 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 80% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 60/100. The moon is 12% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 80%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Miradouro do Alto da Castanheira

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January37%36/100
February42%39/100
March38%37/100
April40%38/100
May49%43/100
June57%48/100
July ★80%61/100
August80%61/100
September60%49/100
October45%41/100
November33%34/100
December25%29/100

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

Where to stay near Miradouro do Alto da Castanheira

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 Trás-os-Montes & the North