Sunset Cove

Sky Score 45/100≈ Bortle 3

Sunset Cove is a scenic viewpoint in Texas with a measured darkness of 72/100 (≈ 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 66% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 48/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 58%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Sunset Cove

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January50%43/100
February45%40/100
March44%40/100
April46%41/100
May42%38/100
June55%46/100
July59%49/100
August58%48/100
September ★66%52/100
October64%51/100
November52%44/100
December46%41/100

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

Where to stay near Sunset Cove

Each place below is rated for the darkness at its own doorstep, stay dark, and the sky is yours from the parking lot.

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