Light Pollution Map: Find dark skies: light pollution maps from satellite data. WorldWide Telescope: Explore the sky, planets and the universe with real telescope imagery.
| Light Pollution Map | WorldWide Telescope | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Environment & Wildlife Maps | Space, Planets & Sky Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide | The universe |
| Updates | Yearly | Periodically |
| Data source | VIIRS satellite data and sky brightness models | Telescope surveys and missions |
| Made by | Jurij Stare | American Astronomical Society |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Best on a computer |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat + 3D |
| 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 WorldWide Telescope
- Sky imagery from many telescopes
- Solar system in 3D
- Guided tours
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.