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National Forecast

Tonight Across
the United States.

See where tonight's best astrophotography conditions are across the country, then drill into your region for a closer look.

Tonight's Conditions

United States

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National Outlook

Strong Skies in Northeast and Southwest Tonight

Tonight’s astrophotography conditions are strongest in the Northeast and parts of the Southwest, with cities like Washington, DC, Dallas, and Las Vegas offering excellent viewing opportunities. The Northeast region averages a high score of 90, supported by near-zero cloud cover and excellent visibility in cities such as New York and Boston. The Southwest shows mixed conditions, with San Francisco and Las Vegas scoring excellent, while Albuquerque and San Diego face poor conditions due to heavy cloud cover. The Rockies and Great Plains offer moderate to good conditions, with Billings and Oklahoma City standing out. The Midwest and Pacific Northwest face the most challenges tonight, with widespread cloud cover and rain reducing visibility and scores, especially in Seattle, Minneapolis, and Madison.

Best Region Tonight Northeast Average score: 90/100

The Northeast leads with an average score of 90, featuring mostly excellent conditions and minimal cloud cover in key cities like Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and New York.

Top Conditions

Best Tonight

Boise, ID 99 Excellent
Las Vegas, NV 99 Excellent
Nashville, TN 97 Excellent
Dallas, TX 95 Excellent
Atlanta, GA 95 Excellent