Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand
Is Tonight Good for Stargazing in Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand?
Poor conditions tonight in Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand — 99% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 28% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
99% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing.
28% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
40.3 mi visibility — at or above the ~6mi threshold for excellent atmospheric transparency.
0% chance of precipitation — below NWS's "slight chance" threshold (<30%).
| Day | Cloud cover | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|
| Tue | 71% | 0% |
| Wed | 96% | 84% |
| Thu | 83% | 43% |
| Fri | 47% | 8% |
| Sat | 58% | 31% |
| Sun | 26% | 4% |
| Mon | 38% | 26% |
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 Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand?
Poor stargazing conditions tonight in Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand — 99% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 28% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
What is the moon phase in Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand tonight?
The moon is currently in its waning crescent phase, 28% illuminated.