Lisbon, Portugal Stargazing Forecast

Lisbon, Portugal (38.72°, -9.14°) · Updated 11:03 UTC
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BEST 00:00–04:00 (4h)
Mostly clear skies but bright moonlight limits faint objects. Delta Aquariids meteor shower peaks tonight (ZHR ~25).
Sunset
19:49
Sunrise
05:37
Usable Hours
6/7
Moon
99%
Visible Planets
♂ Mars18° E
♄ Saturn51° SE
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Stargazing in Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon enjoys Portugal's Atlantic climate — mild, with more clear nights than northern Europe but occasionally windy. The Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve in the Alentejo (2 hours east) is one of the world's first certified Starlight Tourism Destinations. Lisbon's Bortle 6–7 skies improve heading south into the Algarve or east into rural Alentejo. Portugal's southern latitude (38.7°N) and generally dry conditions make it one of western Europe's better observing locations.

Lisbon, Portugal Stargazing FAQ

Is Portugal good for stargazing?∨
Portugal's southern latitude, generally dry conditions, and low population density make it one of western Europe's better observing locations. The Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve in the Alentejo is one of the world's first certified Starlight Tourism Destinations.
Where is the best dark sky near Lisbon?∨
The Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve in the Alentejo, about 2 hours east, offers Bortle 2-3 conditions. The Algarve coast to the south and rural Alentejo offer good darkness closer to the city.
When is the best time to stargaze in Lisbon?∨
Summer offers the most reliably clear skies, though nights are short. Autumn and winter provide longer nights, and Lisbon's mild climate makes outdoor observing comfortable year-round.

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