Fisherman's Point
Sky Score 67/100≈ Bortle 2
Fisherman's Point is a scenic viewpoint in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 90/100 (≈ Bortle 2), among the very darkest measurable skies in the American Southwest, the Milky Way casts visible shadows on moonless nights. The best month to come is typically May, when about 84% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 56/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 53%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Fisherman's Point
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 63% | 63/100 |
| February | 66% | 66/100 |
| March | 66% | 66/100 |
| April | 78% | 74/100 |
| May ★ | 84% | 78/100 |
| June | 72% | 70/100 |
| July | 52% | 55/100 |
| August | 53% | 56/100 |
| September | 75% | 72/100 |
| October | 79% | 75/100 |
| November | 70% | 69/100 |
| December | 64% | 64/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Fisherman's Point
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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