Petroglyph National Monument

Sky Score 31/100≈ Bortle 6

Petroglyph National Monument is a protected area in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 42/100 (≈ Bortle 6), a usable sky for casual stargazing, though city glow is noticeable. The best month to come is typically September, when about 75% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 28/100. 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 Petroglyph National Monument

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January60%29/100
February68%31/100
March65%30/100
April71%32/100
May73%33/100
June68%31/100
July56%27/100
August60%28/100
September ★75%34/100
October74%33/100
November73%33/100
December65%30/100

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

Where to stay near Petroglyph 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.

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