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Re: Astronomy in Nova Scotia Posted on: 21 Dec 2004 14:25:54 GMT

"Paul Graham" wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Does anyone know how good the skys are in Nova Scotia for astronomy? I
> would imagine it is pretty dark in most areas with little light pollution
> but is it frequently cloudy at night?
>
> Many thanks,
> Paul

All depends on where you are...we don't have the most cloud free days
though. Interestingly enough, there is an observatory atop a residence
building at St. Mary's University in Halifax. Problem is, it is in the
middle of probably the highest amount of light pollution in the city !!
There is a sports field 10 feet away with night lighting and a container
pier close by with very stron lighting !!

Just like anywhere else, the farther away from the city the better.