Thwaite Holme
Stargazing in Thwaite Holme
Stargazing in Thwaite Holme
Current score
50
Moderate
Sky Darkness
Mostly dark skies with little glow
78Good
0100
Moon
Full Moon · 99% illuminated
1Severe
0100
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Stargazing FAQ
What does the stargazing score mean for Thwaite Holme?
The score combines sky darkness, moonlight, cloud cover, and the current best viewing window into a single 0-100 rating. Higher is better for stargazing.
What is sky darkness?
Sky darkness measures how much artificial light brightens the night sky at this location. Higher scores mean darker skies.
How does the moon affect stargazing?
Bright moonlight washes out faint stars. A moon below the horizon or near new moon gives the darkest viewing conditions.
What is the best viewing window?
This is the period when cloud cover, moon altitude, and sky darkness combine for the highest stargazing score.