Scope Nights Astronomy Weather

Scope Nights Astronomy Weather

Custom Stargazing Forecasts

770 ratings
218 reviews
#93 in paid Weather
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$6.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 14, 2012
  • November 18, 2025

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This app provides custom forecasts for stargazing, helping astronomers and astrophotographers find the clearest, darkest skies. It analyzes weather data to show optimal observing times and locations, including light pollution maps and dark sky site information.

Custom stargazing forecasts
Smart observing ratings
Light pollution map
Dark sky site finder
Global and local forecasts
Customizable alerts
Night-time specific data
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What's New in Scope Nights Astronomy Weather

2.6.0

November 18, 2025

Scope Nights 2.6 Update: • Optimized for iOS 26 and the latest iPhone and iPad models • Smoother planning with improved stability and performance • Higher-resolution data for national and global astronomy forecasts • Refreshed listings for Dark Sky Places, Observatories, and Robotic Telescopes • Fixed global forecast outage • UI refinements and general bug fixes Scope Nights is independently developed. Your reviews and ratings help sustain future updates for the stargazing community.

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Last updated on August 1, 2026.

User reviews

Unique Outstanding Design App!

Let me tell ya my Friends from an ole ole Man 🦯 this is truly a Unique Outstanding Design App a 5 Star ⭐️ Rating app all the way! I have been lucky 🍀 enough to have used it many years and for me was always there! So Mr. Developer I Tip my Hat 🎩 to you and say Thank You for creating this Beautiful Software! from an ole 🦯 man Thanks
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Keeps forgetting my scope sites

The app is nice to identify the sky conditions and I like how it's presented more than others for a quick glance. But it keeps forgetting my favorites in the scope sites.

Add the ability to search a map/ lat-long

I could not find the ability to add a location that is not in the included location list. The ability to search via pin on a map or entering lat/longitude would be helpful.
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Mark

Scope Nights

I have used this app for years and was very sad when it stopped working. But the developer has managed to get it working again! This is by far the best app I have used to plan for astrophotography. Thanks for making this app!

Useless about half the time

Okay when it works, which is NOT very often. Gives me notice that there’s good visibility tonight. It’s 98% overcast with no clear skies forecast for days…

User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Repeated error messages for unavailable forecasts

Bug

Duplicate saved locations

Bug

Inability to load forecasts for certain locations

Bug

Crashing and freezing issues

Bug

Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Astronomical twilight start/end times

Feature

More prominent moon rise/set times

Feature

Larger font size

Feature

Ability to delete all saved locations

Feature

Integration with other astronomy apps

Feature

FAQ

What does Scope Nights Astronomy Weather do?

Scope Nights provides custom weather forecasts specifically for stargazing and astrophotography. It analyzes various weather conditions like cloud cover, moon phase, humidity, and wind to identify the clearest and darkest skies for observing the night sky.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include smart stargazing ratings with animated weather icons, custom thresholds for weather conditions, a detailed light pollution map, identification of dark sky sites, global and local forecasts up to 7 nights, and customizable alerts for good observing conditions.

Is Scope Nights Astronomy Weather free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is not free. It is a paid application, meaning an upfront purchase is required to download and use its features.

What are the requirements to use Scope Nights Astronomy Weather?

The app requires iOS 15 or later and an internet connection (Wi-Fi or cellular). Location Services are necessary for local forecasts and notifications, but no personal data is collected or tracked. Background Services are used for local notifications.

Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is designed for stargazers, amateur astronomers, and astrophotographers who need precise weather information to plan their observing sessions. It helps users find the best times and locations for clear, dark skies, making it easier to enjoy celestial events.