Orlando, Florida, United States
Is Tonight Good for Stargazing in Orlando, Florida, United States?
Poor conditions tonight in Orlando, Florida, United States — 100% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 31% 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.
31% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
23.6 mi visibility — at or above the ~6mi threshold for excellent atmospheric transparency.
67% chance of precipitation — at or above NWS's "likely" forecast-language threshold (≥60%).
| Day | Cloud cover | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 67% | 67% |
| Tue | 100% | 68% |
| Wed | 99% | 79% |
| Thu | 99% | 76% |
| Fri | 96% | 83% |
| Sat | 88% | 70% |
| Sun | 88% | 56% |
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 Orlando, Florida, United States?
Poor stargazing conditions tonight in Orlando, Florida, United States — 100% cloud cover — above the 80% threshold generally considered a washout for sky viewing. 31% moon illumination — a crescent-to-quarter moon, manageable for most targets.
What is the moon phase in Orlando, Florida, United States tonight?
The moon is currently in its waning crescent phase, 31% illuminated.