The University of Glasgow Observatory, just off Acre Road to the North West of the city, is the observational home of the Glasgow University Astronomical Society. The group organise monthly observing sessions during term time, and membership in the society is open to all.
Location events organiser
Glasgow University Astronomy Society organises events at this location
Please contact Glasgow University Astronomy Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: astrosoc.gu@gmail.com
Website: Glasgow University Astronomy Society
Twitter: @AstrosocGU
Facebook: Glasgow University Astronomy Society
Weather forecast
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21/05/24
14° 12% -
21/05/24
13° 5% -
22/05/24
13° 9% -
22/05/24
13° 9%
Weather forecast for Maryhill (0.4 miles away) updated 21/05/24 at 16:00.
Local light pollution
University of Glasgow Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to asuburban suburban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
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