143/160 observing locations currentCoverage details

Forecasts are withheld individually when their recorded expiry is reached; other independently current areas remain available.

National comparisons: Sunday night, September 13-14. Other current local nights remain available on their place pages and map.

Each place changes to its coming night at natural dawn. Next forecast renewal is due by 2026-09-14T07:47:11.406Z.

State forecasts are available for 42 of 50 states. The map includes 133 current forecast areas and withholds 17 unavailable areas. The next currently available identity expires at 2026-09-14T09:15:17.028Z.

New London, CT — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Hartford, CT — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Boston, MA — unavailable: The model could not support an observing window from the complete current-night inputs. No forecast score is published.
New Bedford, MA — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Billings, MT — unavailable: The model could not support an observing window from the complete current-night inputs. No forecast score is published.
Williston, ND — unavailable: The model could not support an observing window from the complete current-night inputs. No forecast score is published.
Manchester, NH — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
NH_lp_synth_1, NH — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Concord, NH — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Plattsburgh, NY — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Providence, RI — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Newport, RI — unavailable: The model could not support an observing window from the complete current-night inputs. No forecast score is published.
Providence, RI — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Burlington, VT — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
VT_lp_synth_3, VT — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Montpelier, VT — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Powell, WY — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Connecticut — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Massachusetts — unavailable: This state forecast is unavailable because at least one of its three regional forecasts is withheld. See the affected region for its reason.
Maine — unavailable: Regional observing nights are changing at different times. A same-night state forecast will return after all three regions change nights.
Montana — unavailable: This state forecast is unavailable because at least one of its three regional forecasts is withheld. See the affected region for its reason.
North Dakota — unavailable: This state forecast is unavailable because at least one of its three regional forecasts is withheld. See the affected region for its reason.
New Hampshire — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.
Rhode Island — unavailable: This state forecast is unavailable because at least one of its three regional forecasts is withheld. See the affected region for its reason.
Vermont — unavailable: Decision expired at its recorded per-identity expiry; recheck after the next complete forecast update.

Stargazing map

National and state stargazing map

The Star Window map helps you compare broad stargazing conditions across supported areas, then move into a state or curated destination for a more specific forecast. Use it to narrow where conditions look more promising. The map does not turn a forecast area into a verified observing site, parking area, or access recommendation.

Choose a state

National Stargazing score map

Scope: National view

Layer: Stargazing score | Mode: Tonight | Forecast updated Sep 13

Last checked for selected area: Sep 14, 7:46 AM UTC | updated 1 hour ago

Update details

UTC timestamp: Monday, Sep 14, 2026, 7:46 AM UTC

Tonight decision

Select a state to see tonight's recommendation.

Use the search box, top-state controls, or tap the map. Then this panel will show the score, best window, and main limiter.

Active map metric: Stargazing score

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Stargazing score legend and methodology

The stargazing score summarizes supported conditions for the selected local night.

State colors are broad planning signals, not site-level guarantees. Use location pages before travel.

National view is state-first. State scope reveals local markers.

Poor conditions (0-54)Borderline conditions (55-67)Borderline conditions (68-79)Good conditions (80-89)Good conditions (90-100)Unavailable

Turn the map into a stargazing decision

Compare where conditions are strongest tonight, then drill into a state view for local execution and final go/no-go timing.

Check tonight's forecast View national forecast Astronomy events calendar Stargazing event hub Check local Milky Way timing Milky Way season calendar

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State-level ranking from 2026-09-13

Use the States page for the full best-tonight ranking and direct state drill-in.

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Guides Linked To Map Decisions

When map signals are mixed, use these practical guides

How to Choose a Good Public Stargazing Spot Bortle Scale for Stargazing: What Each Class Really Means How to Read a Stargazing Forecast Stargazing From Cities and Suburbs All stargazing guides

Location trust data

Access details are still being collected

Use map scores for tonight's forecast. Check posted access, parking, and local safety before traveling.

Journey From Map To Action

Use this sequence when conditions are borderline

Pick event constraints first Compare state forecasts Check access + safety guide