Ouranos : Night Sky Forecaster
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Dive into the vastness of the night sky with Ouranos, your personalized astronomy companion, designed to help you arrange your stargazing observations with unparalleled precision. Now enhanced with the exclusive addition of a light pollution map, Ouranos elevates your stargazing planning to new heights, allowing you to find the darkest skies for the clearest views.
* When can I stargaze?
* Is the weather favorable for observation tonight?
* Is the weather favorable for observation this week?
* What are the good conditions for stargazing?
* What can I observe tonight?
* Where can I find the least light-polluted skies?
Our application offers you sharp weather forecasts, covering periods of 7 days, updated hourly, and now includes a comprehensive light pollution map to help you select the optimal observation spots free from urban glow. Simplify your planning and determine the ideal time and place for your observations with a quick read of optimal conditions and dark sky locations.
The power of Ouranos lies in our sophisticated algorithm that identifies the best moments for observation, taking into account both weather and astronomical conditions, as well as light pollution levels. For even more detailed analysis, consult our Sky Quality Index chart alongside our light pollution map.
Ouranos proves to be the ultimate assistant for both amateur and professional astronomers. It provides relevant and precise data, including:
• Cloud cover
• Seeing (a specific measure that accounts for atmospheric disturbances)
• Transparency
• Wind
• Humidity
• Moonrise and moonset times
• Planet rise and set times
• Light pollution levels
The intuitive and user-friendly interface of Ouranos simplifies the organization of your stargazing evenings. Regardless of your location in the world, Ouranos offers you accurate astronomical weather forecasts and light pollution data, allowing you to anticipate and align your observations with the best possible conditions. Join Ouranos and take control of your nighttime sky explorations, ensuring every session is as clear and dark as the universe intended.
* When can I stargaze?
* Is the weather favorable for observation tonight?
* Is the weather favorable for observation this week?
* What are the good conditions for stargazing?
* What can I observe tonight?
* Where can I find the least light-polluted skies?
Our application offers you sharp weather forecasts, covering periods of 7 days, updated hourly, and now includes a comprehensive light pollution map to help you select the optimal observation spots free from urban glow. Simplify your planning and determine the ideal time and place for your observations with a quick read of optimal conditions and dark sky locations.
The power of Ouranos lies in our sophisticated algorithm that identifies the best moments for observation, taking into account both weather and astronomical conditions, as well as light pollution levels. For even more detailed analysis, consult our Sky Quality Index chart alongside our light pollution map.
Ouranos proves to be the ultimate assistant for both amateur and professional astronomers. It provides relevant and precise data, including:
• Cloud cover
• Seeing (a specific measure that accounts for atmospheric disturbances)
• Transparency
• Wind
• Humidity
• Moonrise and moonset times
• Planet rise and set times
• Light pollution levels
The intuitive and user-friendly interface of Ouranos simplifies the organization of your stargazing evenings. Regardless of your location in the world, Ouranos offers you accurate astronomical weather forecasts and light pollution data, allowing you to anticipate and align your observations with the best possible conditions. Join Ouranos and take control of your nighttime sky explorations, ensuring every session is as clear and dark as the universe intended.
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What's new
- Interactive light pollution map 💡
- Bug fixes and optimization
- Bug fixes and optimization
