Can I see the northern lights in Tromsø tonight?

Low chance of seeing the northern lights from Tromsø right now. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 5% chance of aurora directly overhead and 5% on the northern horizon.

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

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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Tromsø Northern Lights Forecast

Low chance
Kp 4.0 · horizon 5% · clouds 76%

Kp index: 4.0
Overhead chance: 5%
On the horizon: 5%
Cloud cover: 76%
Full darkness: 20:16 – 04:39

Updated: 24 min ago · Source: NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (OVATION, Kp)

Low chance of seeing the northern lights from Tromsø right now. Geomagnetic activity (Kp index) is 4.0. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 5% chance of aurora directly overhead and 5% on the northern horizon. Cloud cover is 76%. Full darkness tonight lasts from 20:16 to 04:39.

3-day Kp forecast

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

October 17	Kp 4.0	Active: good chance
October 18	Kp 1.7	Quiet
October 19	Kp 1.7	Quiet
October 20	Kp 2.7	Quiet

Best places to see the aurora right now

Frequently asked questions

Can I see the northern lights in Tromsø tonight?: Low chance of seeing the northern lights from Tromsø right now. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 5% chance of aurora directly overhead and 5% on the northern horizon.
When is the best time to see the northern lights in Tromsø?: 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.