Is Tonight Good for Stargazing in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India?
Poor conditions tonight in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India — 82% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 23% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
82% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing.
23% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
2.2 mi visibility — moderate haze likely dimming fainter objects.
73% chance of precipitation — at or above NWS's "likely" forecast-language threshold (≥60%).
| Day | Cloud cover | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|
| Tue | 40% | 73% |
| Wed | 39% | 82% |
| Thu | 96% | 92% |
| Fri | 65% | 98% |
| Sat | 42% | 82% |
| Sun | 56% | 37% |
| Mon | 16% | 48% |
Cloud cover, atmospheric visibility, and moon illumination are sourced from live forecast data; thresholds follow standard amateur-astronomy planning guidance (cloud-cover bands used by tools like Clear Outside/Astrospheric, moonlight bands from astronomy-outreach guidance). Light pollution from nearby cities isn't factored in.
Is tonight good for stargazing in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India?
Poor stargazing conditions tonight in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India — 82% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 23% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
What is the moon phase in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India tonight?
The moon is currently in its waning crescent phase, 23% illuminated.