Anchorage, Alaska, United States
Is Tonight Good for Stargazing in Anchorage, Alaska, United States?
Poor conditions tonight in Anchorage, Alaska, United States — 100% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 29% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
100% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing.
29% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
17.6 mi visibility — at or above the ~6mi threshold for excellent atmospheric transparency.
99% chance of precipitation — at or above NWS's "likely" forecast-language threshold (≥60%).
| Day | Cloud cover | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 96% | 99% |
| Tue | 82% | 49% |
| Wed | 56% | 65% |
| Thu | 77% | 18% |
| Fri | 86% | 50% |
| Sat | 100% | 67% |
| Sun | 100% | 69% |
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 Anchorage, Alaska, United States?
Poor stargazing conditions tonight in Anchorage, Alaska, United States — 100% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 29% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
What is the moon phase in Anchorage, Alaska, United States tonight?
The moon is currently in its waning crescent phase, 29% illuminated.