Saguaro National Park - Tucson Mountain District

Sky Score 45/100≈ Bortle 4

Saguaro National Park - Tucson Mountain District is a protected area in Arizona with a measured darkness of 59/100 (≈ Bortle 4), a usable sky for casual stargazing, though city glow is noticeable. The best month to come is typically May, when about 85% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 38/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 55%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Saguaro National Park - Tucson Mountain District

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January65%42/100
February69%44/100
March68%44/100
April79%49/100
May ★85%52/100
June80%49/100
July47%34/100
August55%38/100
September76%48/100
October82%50/100
November71%45/100
December66%43/100

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

Where to stay near Saguaro National Park - Tucson Mountain District

No lodging within 80 km, this is true wilderness. Plan to camp, or base yourself in the nearest gateway town and drive out for the night.

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