Rockies and Southwest Offer Best Stargazing Tonight
Tonight's national astrophotography outlook favors the Rockies and Southwest regions, with outstanding conditions in cities like Salt Lake City (98), Denver (97), Las Vegas (98), and Phoenix (99). These areas feature low cloud cover and minimal rain, providing excellent visibility for night sky observation. The Pacific Northwest shows mixed conditions, with Spokane rating excellent at 92, but Seattle and Boise only fair. The Midwest and Great Plains offer moderate opportunities, with cities like Des Moines (84) and Oklahoma City (81) performing well, while others like Fargo and Sioux Falls fall short. The Southeast and Northeast regions generally face more cloud cover and rain, leading to fair or poor ratings in many cities, including Miami (26) and Anchorage (28).
The Rockies region stands out with consistently excellent scores, including Salt Lake City at 98 and Denver at 97, featuring minimal clouds and excellent visibility for astrophotography.
