Light Pollution Map

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Light Pollution Map is an interactive tool that visualizes global artificial light pollution using satellite night-light data. Users can click on the map to access brightness readings for locations ranging from cities to remote areas. The platform uses the Bortle Scale, from Bortle 1 (darkest skies) to Bortle 9 (bright city skies), and provides Sky Quality Meter readings in magnitudes per square arcsecond. Features include certified dark sky markers, aurora forecasts, moon phase info, golden hour timing, and day-night terminator indicators. Users can customize views with basemap options like streets, dark mode, and satellite imagery. Weather overlays show cloud cover and precipitation for viewing conditions. The search function allows exploration of light pollution in specific areas. Additional tools include location history tracking, sky photo analysis, and adjustable color styles, helping users find ideal stargazing and astrophotography spots.