Ute Lake State Park

Sky Score 50/100≈ Bortle 4

Ute Lake State Park is a protected area in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 69/100 (≈ 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 73% 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 59%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Ute Lake State Park

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January63%48/100
February66%50/100
March64%49/100
April69%52/100
May67%51/100
June63%48/100
July61%48/100
August59%46/100
September ★73%54/100
October71%53/100
November68%52/100
December65%50/100

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

Where to stay near Ute Lake 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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