Can I see the northern lights in Calgary tonight?

It is still light in Calgary; the aurora can only be seen once the sky is dark. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 0% chance of aurora directly overhead and 0% on the northern horizon.

When is the best time to see the northern lights in Calgary?

The best season is September to March on dark, clear nights; activity usually peaks between 22:00 and 02:00 local time. Chances rise sharply when Kp reaches 4 or more.

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Calgary Northern Lights Forecast

Still light
Kp 1.7 · horizon 0% · clouds 52%

Kp index: 1.7
Overhead chance: 0%
On the horizon: 0%
Cloud cover: 52%
Full darkness: 20:30 – 06:11

Updated: 22 min ago · Source: NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (OVATION, Kp)

It is still light in Calgary; the aurora can only be seen once the sky is dark. Geomagnetic activity (Kp index) is 1.7. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 0% chance of aurora directly overhead and 0% on the northern horizon. Cloud cover is 52%. Full darkness tonight lasts from 20:30 to 06:11.

3-day Kp forecast

Kp 5 or higher means a geomagnetic storm; the lights can be seen further south.

October 16	Kp 2.7	Quiet
October 17	Kp 1.7	Quiet
October 18	Kp 1.7	Quiet

Best places to see the aurora right now

Frequently asked questions

Can I see the northern lights in Calgary tonight?: It is still light in Calgary; the aurora can only be seen once the sky is dark. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 0% chance of aurora directly overhead and 0% on the northern horizon.
When is the best time to see the northern lights in Calgary?: The best season is September to March on dark, clear nights; activity usually peaks between 22:00 and 02:00 local time. Chances rise sharply when Kp reaches 4 or more.