Bandelier National Monument
Sky Score 51/100≈ Bortle 3
Bandelier National Monument is a protected area in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 70/100 (≈ 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 September, when about 74% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 46/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 57%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Bandelier National Monument
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 58% | 46/100 |
| February | 64% | 50/100 |
| March | 62% | 49/100 |
| April | 69% | 53/100 |
| May | 70% | 53/100 |
| June | 66% | 51/100 |
| July | 56% | 45/100 |
| August | 57% | 46/100 |
| September ★ | 74% | 55/100 |
| October | 72% | 54/100 |
| November | 71% | 54/100 |
| December | 64% | 50/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Bandelier National Monument
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.
Nearby spots in New Mexico
- Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument 16.7 km · Sky Score 57/100
- Jemez National Recreation Area 27.4 km · Sky Score 63/100
- Jemez Canyon Overlook 28.1 km · Sky Score 63/100
- Fenton Lake State Park 37.7 km · Sky Score 63/100
- Cerrillos Hills State Park 41.2 km · Sky Score 55/100