Astrospheric [iPad]

Astrospheric is the most advanced forecasting service for North American astronomers

Using the amazing astronomy data produced by the Canadian Meteorological Center, NOAA, NCEP, and more, Astrospheric quickly produces a highly accurate 48 hour forecast for any location in the United States or Canada.

Overlaying cloud, transparency, seeing, light pollution data, and more onto a map makes it simple to visually see upcoming weather trends.

Features

Forecast
• 48 hour, hour-by-hour forecast
• Extended 10 day cloud forecast
• Updated every 12 hours
• Sky data: cloud, sky transparency, and seeing
• Ground data: wind, temperature, and humidity
• Precise rise and set times for both the sun and moon

Map
• Cloud, transparency, and seeing map layers for most of North America
• Infrared satellite updated every 30 minutes
• Aerosol optical depth at 3 wavelengths
• Jet stream data
• Easily scrub through the 48 hour forecast with each layer
• Worldwide light pollution data

Moon
• Precise altitude and illumination information
• List of upcoming moon phases with dates

Favorites
• Easily save favorite locations for easy access
• Favorites roam between your devices and browser (www.astrospheric.com)
• All favorites have pre-generated cloud forecasts for a quick view of the weather

Site Mode
• Information necessary to quickly set up your GOTO tracking mount
• Available even if you don’t have a network connection