Milky Way Finder
One score tells you if tonight is worth it.
iPhone version coming soonMilky Way Finder shows on one screen whether tonight is good for Milky Way photos, when to shoot and which way to face — with the Moon and cloud forecast built in. No jargon, no sign-up.
What it does
Tonight at a glance
A 0–100 score, a plain verdict, the best time window and the direction of the Milky Way core.
Find the next good night
Search the next 30 days for the best night. Within 9 days the score includes the cloud forecast.
Map planner
Tap a spot to see where the Sun, Moon and Milky Way core rise and set, and follow the night with a time slider.
Sky AR
Point your phone at the sky to see the Milky Way band and core over the camera view.
Camera settings helper
Pick your camera to get the longest shutter time that keeps stars sharp, plus settings to start with.
Red night mode
Turns the screen dark red so your dark-adapted eyes aren't spoiled.
Guides
- How to photograph the Milky Way with your phoneNov 1, 2026
- The 500 rule — what shutter speed keeps stars sharp?Nov 1, 2026
- When is the best time to see and photograph the Milky Way?Nov 1, 2026
Questions
Do I need to know astronomy?
No. Technical words are explained, and the score tells you if the night is worth going out.
Is it free?
Tonight's score, Sun and Moon times, the map planner and the settings helper are free. Pro adds landmark alignment search, alerts and no ads.