Aurora Forecast: Catch A Glimpse Of The Northern Lights Tonight

Where And When To See The Aurora

This short-term forecast provides a 30 to 90 minute prediction of the location and intensity of the aurora. The Aurora 30 product is based on the OVATION model. Check the charts below for a prediction of the auroras visibility tonight and tomorrow night. The aurora does not need to be directly overhead but can be observed from as much as a 1000 km away when the aurora is bright and if conditions are right.

Monday, August 22, 2022 - 20:53 UTC

Using measurements of the solar wind just upstream of Earth, the Aurora 30 product estimates the following global geomagnetic activity:

• Kp index: 3
• Dst index: -20 nT

Below you'll find the expected global geomagnetic conditions. The higher the Kp or Dst index, the greater the chance of seeing the aurora.