Where’s the aurora tonight?
There is a chance of aurora north of locations such as Skjervøy, Alta and Berlevåg from around --:--, provided that the magnetic field direction in the solar wind allows the energy to flow into the atmosphere. Ideally, we want the Bz to drop below 0 nT.
The solar wind is slow right now, and the magnetic field is pointing north. In these conditions almost no energy enters the atmosphere, and the aurora may be weak or missing entirely.Very low
Partly cloudy
Unfavourable
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What’s ahead?
This is an overview of the expected northern lights activity for the coming days. The forecast is updated once or twice a day and gives a good idea of what to expect, but it’s not an exact prediction.
Spaceweather
Low activity
Southward (favourable)
Weak
Low
Low
Estimated arrival time
These are live measurements of the solar wind from satellites positioned between the Sun and the Earth. They provide a forecast of what will reach Earth’s magnetic field in 30–60 minutes. The Kp index shows how strong the activity is expected to be.
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Information and Data Sources
The websites are created by aurora enthusiasts for aurora enthusiasts. The information you find here is based on open data and our own analyses, providing an indication of when the aurora might be visible.
We gather real-time measurements from satellites and instruments that monitor space weather, including the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC). This provides us with information about solar wind, Bz direction, and the Kp index, all of which are key factors in predicting when the aurora might appear. Additionally, we use models and algorithms to assess when conditions are optimal for viewing the aurora from the ground.
Our goal is to make the information as easy to understand as possible, so you can use it to plan your observations. All data interpretation is done by us at nordlysvarsel.com. We want to emphasize that our assessments are not official statements but are based on open sources and our own analyses.
⚠️ The information found on this page should not be used for critical decisions or situations where accuracy is crucial.
Sources used on this page:
NOAA / Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) – www.swpc.noaa.gov