Strong Astrophotography Conditions in Northwest and Southeast
Tonight's best astrophotography conditions are found in the Pacific Northwest and parts of the Southeast. Seattle and Spokane lead the nation with excellent scores of 90 and 97, respectively, offering near-zero cloud cover and minimal wind. The Southeast also shows promise, with cities like Charlotte, NC, and Nashville, TN, scoring excellently at 89 and 82, featuring low clouds and no rain. The Great Plains and Rockies face more challenges, with mixed to poor conditions; Denver and Cheyenne both score poorly at 25 due to full cloud cover and rain chances. The Midwest and Southwest regions generally have lower scores, with many cities experiencing high cloud cover and rain, such as Miami and Phoenix, both rated poor. Overall, observers in the Northwest and Southeast will find the most favorable skies for astrophotography tonight.
The Pacific Northwest stands out with excellent conditions in Seattle and Spokane, both scoring above 90 with minimal clouds and no rain, offering prime viewing opportunities.
