SKY · STARGAZING · EGYPT
Is Tonight Good for Stargazing in Cairo?
Clear skies tonight (about 0% cloud) — but a bright Moon (81% lit) will wash out faint stars and the Milky Way tonight.
Worth looking for: A great night for the Moon itself, bright planets and the brightest constellations — save the Milky Way and faint targets for a darker night.
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How dark is the sky over Cairo?
A vast Bortle 8–9 megacity; the desert beyond is among the darkest anywhere.
Even on the clearest, Moonless night, a bright city sky limits what you can see. For the Milky Way and faint stars from Cairo, you'll want to reach a darker site — see the options below.
Darker skies within reach of Cairo
Dark-sky designations from the International Dark-Sky Association and well-recognised dark regions. Always check access, opening hours and the weather before travelling.
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More sky over Cairo
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Live cloud cover over Cairo, on the full map.