When is the best night to stargaze in Kathu?
This week's answer
🌌 Saturday, 15 Aug is the best day to stargaze in Kathu this week, scoring 100/100.
Kathu's skies open up from Tuesday onwards—Friday through Sunday are your clearest bets with minimal wind (12–16 km/h) and zero rain. Monday is a washout with 71% rain and heavy cloud, so skip it entirely. Saturday and Sunday tie as perfect nights, but Friday's still excellent if you can't wait.
The week, scored for stargaze
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Local know-how
Stargazing wants one thing above all: clear skies. Low cloud cover, calm air and no rain make the shortlist of good nights.
- ◆Get away from streetlights — even 20 minutes out of town transforms the sky.
- ◆Winter Highveld nights are cold but offer the steadiest, clearest air of the year.
Questions people ask
When is the best night to stargaze in Kathu this week?
Saturday, 15 Aug is the best day to stargaze in Kathu this week, scoring 100/100.
How much cloud ruins stargazing?
Under 20% cloud cover is excellent; up to 40% is workable with patience. Above that, save it for another night.