Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky
Dunbar Technology, LLC
About this app
- Age 10
- Updated Jul 21, 2025
- OS IOS / Android
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Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky is a stargazing and astronomy app that visualizes global light pollution to help you find the best dark-sky locations. Explore an interactive heatmap with Bortle scale indicators, check cloud and weather forecasts, and track moon phases to plan observations and astrophotography sessions. Designed for learners and night-sky enthusiasts, it combines clear maps, fast search, and location-aware insights for reliable trip planning. Ideal keywords: stargazing app, light pollution map, dark sky finder, astronomy, Bortle scale, weather forecast.
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How to use:
1. Download and open the app, then allow location access or search any place by name or coordinates.
2. Zoom and pan the map to explore; tap a spot to view light pollution intensity and Bortle class.
3. Toggle map layers to see cloud cover and local weather details for your selected area and time.
4. Open the moon phase calendar to find darker nights for observing or astrophotography.
5. Compare several locations on the map and choose the site with the lowest light pollution and best forecast.