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Several factors affect stargazing. Cloud cover is the most common deterrent. Also, conditions like transparency, referring to the clarity in the sky, affect your ability to see the night sky. The stability of the atmosphere also plays a significant role in stargazing.

Stargazing Scale
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
Fair
Conditions for stargazing are fair. On cloudy nights, you may still be able to see the moon and some brighter stars, depending on the season.
Good
Conditions for stargazing are good. Be sure to move away from city lights or turn off nearby lights, including indoor and outdoor lights.
Great
Conditions for stargazing are great. Invest in a red flashlight. It can help prevent additional light pollution.
Ideal
Conditions for stargazing are ideal. Check a star chart or an astronomy app before you head out to make the most of the night.
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Today’s Weather Factors
Average Cloud Cover 96%
Rain Amount 0.79 in
RealFeel Low 37°
Safety Tips
Move away from city lights and turn off lights in your vicinity, both indoor and outdoor. Try to get up high to get a clearer view of the horizon. Generally, the sky is at its best on crisp, clear winter nights and its worst during humid, hot summer evenings. The moon also plays a role. The best nights are when the moon is in a crescent or gibbous phase, so it doesn't pollute the sky with light.
  • Move away from city lights and turn off lights in your vicinity.
  • Invest in a red flashlight so you maintain your night vision in the dark.
  • Stargazing is at its best on crisp, clear winter nights when the moon is in the crescent or gibbous phase.
  • Get a star chart or app to alert you to which stars to find.
  • Get up high to avoid city lights and visual obstacles.
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