Light Pollution Map

Light Pollution Map

Sky brightness, VIIRS and SQM

2 ratings
21 reviews
$4.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 20, 2020
  • May 29, 2026

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Visualize sky brightness data, including VIIRS and SQM measurements, to understand light pollution levels. Explore various overlays like cloud coverage, aurora forecasts, and observatory locations. Offers offline access to essential maps.

βœ“VIIRS, Sky Brightness, World Atlas, Cloud, Aurora layers
βœ“Color blind friendly color options
βœ“Cloud animation
βœ“SQM/SQC readings submission
βœ“International dark sky parks overlay
βœ“Offline mode
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What's New in Light Pollution Map

1.1.39

May 29, 2026

- Feature filters can be now be saved (settings). Name field also supports wildcard searching for example '*town OR john*' will display 'Smalltown' and 'Johnstown'. - 'My locations' can now be saved (and edited) and restored from a file. - 'My locations' now also available as a feature overlay, so you can view them on the map. - Changing dates in the calendar widget doesn't open virtual keyboard anymore (except when you tap on hour/minute fields). - Other minor changes and bug fixes.

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User reviews

No borders in map

After the most recent update I noticed that the maps have no regional, state, or national border details which make it difficult to navigate. Please fix asap.

All sky consistently failing to load

I was gonna give this 5 stars until the all sky map suddenly stopped working entirely. Unsure what happened and why it suddenly failed to load?

Response from developer

There were some technical difficulties with this new feature. It should be resolved now.

Great but missing the best feature of the website version

Website version is bloated with ads, but the concept is really good, so I wanted to buy the app. On my iPad on the website I can find closest dark site, and filter world atlas on an SQM range, all of that seems to not be available in the iPad app ? Why is that, those tools are so great to spot good sky site near you.
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Response from developer

The newest version 1.1.29 available from 2025-09-29 has all these features added plus more.

So important

This tool is so important in showing how humans are changing the planet. All life depends on darkness for circadian rhythms, and this measures how much we need to return to a healthy state for flora and fauna alike.

Can’t see anything

Screen went solid white. Had to uninstall and reinstall. Now I have the position map, but not base layer - so I cannot tell what locations correspond to the colors.

Response from developer

Because of the high aurora activity in the past few days, servers were under a heavy strain (20 times more than usual) from users. It should all be working now as usual. Sorry for the the inconvenience this has caused!

FAQ

What is the price of Light Pollution Map?

Light Pollution Map is a paid application, costing $4.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features without recurring fees.

What devices is Light Pollution Map compatible with?

Light Pollution Map is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating system.

How often is Light Pollution Map updated?

The app was last updated on March 20, 2026, with version 1.1.35. While this indicates a recent update, future update frequency is not specified.

Can I use Light Pollution Map offline?

Yes, Light Pollution Map supports an offline mode. The sky brightness map and a base map are saved to your device, allowing you to view them without an internet connection.

What kind of data does Light Pollution Map display?

Light Pollution Map displays VIIRS/World Atlas/Clouds/Aurora/IAU observatories and user-submitted SQM measurements. It also shows zenith brightness and Bortle class estimations.

What is the age rating for Light Pollution Map?

Light Pollution Map has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests minimal content that would be inappropriate for young children.

How can I submit my SQM readings to Light Pollution Map?

You can submit your SQM (L) readings directly through the app. If you have a permanent SQM reader installed, you can also add it to the map by contacting the developer via email.

Does Light Pollution Map offer different map layers?

Yes, Light Pollution Map offers multiple layers including VIIRS, Sky Brightness, World Atlas 2015, Cloud coverage, and Aurora forecast. These layers can be displayed in color blind friendly colors.