Beijing, China Stargazing Forecast

Beijing, China (39.9°, 116.41°) · Updated 03:00 UTC
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Probably skip tonight
Mostly clear skies but bright moonlight limits faint objects. Clear but hazy — low transparency is the main limit tonight, washing out fainter targets.
Sunset
11:29
Sunrise
21:12
Usable Hours
0/7
Moon
98%
Visible Planets
♂ Mars18° E
♄ Saturn50° SE
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Stargazing in Beijing, China

Beijing's enormous urban area produces Bortle 8–9 skies, and regional haze can further limit transparency. Relief comes from the mountains to the north and west: the area around the Great Wall and the higher terrain of Hebei reach Bortle 4 within a couple of hours, with darker skies in the more remote ranges. Spring and autumn bring the clearest conditions, while winter can be cold and clear when winds clear the air. At 39.9°N, Beijing has classic northern-hemisphere skies, and the Great Wall makes a dramatic foreground for night-sky photography.

Beijing, China Stargazing FAQ

Where can I stargaze near Beijing?∨
The mountains to the north and west, including the areas around the Great Wall and the higher terrain of Hebei, reach Bortle 4 within a couple of hours. More remote ranges offer darker skies for those willing to travel further.
Is Beijing good for astronomy?∨
The city has heavy light pollution and regional haze can reduce transparency. Darker skies and clearer air are found in the mountains a couple of hours out, best on clear days after winds have cleared the air.
When is the best time to stargaze near Beijing?∨
Spring and autumn bring the clearest conditions. Winter can be cold and very clear when northerly winds clear the air. The mountains north of the city offer the best escape from urban light and haze.

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