Strong Skies in Pacific Northwest and Rockies
Tonight's astrophotography conditions are best across the Pacific Northwest and parts of the Rockies, with cities like Spokane and Boise scoring near-perfect 98 and 99, respectively. Seattle and Portland also offer excellent viewing opportunities with minimal cloud cover and low winds. The Rockies show mixed conditions: Salt Lake City and Cheyenne rate excellent, while Denver and Billings offer fair to moderate conditions. The Southeast provides generally good conditions, especially in New Orleans and Raleigh, though some cities like Miami and Dallas face poorer skies. The Southwest and Great Plains have more variable conditions, with Albuquerque standing out at excellent, but cities like San Diego and Omaha rated poor due to heavy clouds and rain. The Northeast and Midwest face the most challenging conditions, with widespread cloud cover and rain limiting visibility.
The Pacific Northwest leads with outstanding conditions, highlighted by Boise’s 99 and Spokane’s 98 scores, featuring minimal clouds and excellent visibility for astrophotography.
