Snow Canyon State Park

Sky Score 44/100≈ Bortle 4

Snow Canyon State Park is a protected area in Utah with a measured darkness of 59/100 (≈ Bortle 4) — a usable sky for casual stargazing, though city glow is noticeable. The best month to come is typically September, when about 83% 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 74%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Snow Canyon State Park

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January52%36/100
February60%40/100
March55%38/100
April68%44/100
May71%46/100
June81%50/100
July69%45/100
August74%47/100
September83%51/100
October78%49/100
November73%46/100
December54%37/100

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

Where to stay near Snow Canyon 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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