Strong Astrophotography Conditions in Southeast and Southwest
Tonight's best astrophotography conditions are found in the Southeast and Southwest regions, with cities like Dallas, OKC, and Phoenix offering excellent viewing opportunities. Dallas and Oklahoma City lead with near-perfect scores of 98, while Phoenix boasts a perfect 0% cloud cover and a 96 score. The Pacific Northwest shows mixed conditions: Portland, OR, and Seattle have excellent ratings, but Boise and Spokane are less favorable due to higher cloud cover. The Rockies and Great Plains present mostly fair to good conditions, with Salt Lake City and Wichita standing out. The Northeast and Midwest face the most challenges, with many cities rated poor to fair, including Boston, New York, and Chicago, where cloud cover and rain reduce visibility.
The Southeast region stands out with consistently excellent conditions across multiple cities, including Dallas (98), Atlanta (93), and Nashville (89), featuring low cloud cover and minimal rain.
