Oasis State Park

Sky Score 49/100≈ Bortle 4

Oasis State Park is a protected area in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 67/100 (≈ 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 September, when about 72% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 45/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 60%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Oasis State Park

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January64%48/100
February66%49/100
March63%47/100
April69%50/100
May68%50/100
June65%48/100
July63%47/100
August60%46/100
September ★72%52/100
October70%51/100
November67%50/100
December63%47/100

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

Where to stay near Oasis State Park

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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