Can I see the northern lights in London tonight?

Low chance of seeing the northern lights from London right now. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 0% chance of aurora directly overhead and 2% on the northern horizon.

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

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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London Northern Lights Forecast

Low chance
Kp 2.7 · horizon 2% · clouds 46%

Kp index: 2.7
Overhead chance: 0%
On the horizon: 2%
Cloud cover: 46%
Full darkness: 19:56 – 05:34

Updated: 16 min ago · Source: NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (OVATION, Kp)

Low chance of seeing the northern lights from London right now. Geomagnetic activity (Kp index) is 2.7. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 0% chance of aurora directly overhead and 2% on the northern horizon. Cloud cover is 46%. Full darkness tonight lasts from 19:56 to 05:34.

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 4.0	Active: good chance
October 18	Kp 1.7	Quiet
October 19	Kp 1.7	Quiet

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Frequently asked questions

Can I see the northern lights in London tonight?: Low chance of seeing the northern lights from London right now. NOAA's OVATION model gives a 0% chance of aurora directly overhead and 2% on the northern horizon.
When is the best time to see the northern lights in London?: 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.