Light Pollution Map: Find dark skies: light pollution maps from satellite data. Safecast Map: Citizen-collected radiation measurements around the world.
| Light Pollution Map | Safecast Map | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Environment & Wildlife Maps | Environment & Wildlife Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide, densest in Japan |
| Updates | Yearly | Continuously (community edits) |
| Data source | VIIRS satellite data and sky brightness models | Citizen measurements |
| Made by | Jurij Stare | Safecast |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Light Pollution Map
- Satellite night lights by year
- Sky brightness model
- Observer measurements
- Aurora overlay
What you can do with Safecast Map
- Radiation readings worldwide
- Detailed coverage of Japan
- Open data
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.