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Where the sky is clear and the lights are out
Color-coded pins across Iceland show where conditions are best, with a cloud layer to see what is coming.
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Real-time aurora forecasts for 137 viewing spots across Iceland. Science-backed scores updated every 5 minutes.
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Tonight Aurora in Iceland
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Check the sky before you head out
The forecast refreshes every 5 minutes, and the cameras stream live from South Iceland.
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Best spots tonight
Live webcams
Watch the South Iceland sky
Two cameras at Landhotel, near Hella, pointed at the sky, with a live stream a tap away.
Open the webcams 137 viewing spots
Find a spot with a dark sky
Every spot with its own live score, light pollution, parking and safety notes.
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Everything you need to see the aurora
From real-time forecasts to community sightings, Aurora Iceland is your complete northern lights companion.
Every spot
See why before you drive
Each spot shows its working — cloud cover, darkness, light pollution and aurora activity — with the best hour tonight.
- Cloud cover
- Darkness
- Light pollution
- Aurora activity
Real-Time Aurora Scores
Every 5 minutes, our algorithm scores 137 viewing spots from 0 to 100 using live NOAA satellite data, cloud forecasts, and darkness calculations.
Interactive Map
Color-coded pins across Iceland show aurora probability at a glance. Toggle cloud cover and aurora activity overlays to understand conditions.
Smart Alerts
One-tap alerts notify you when conditions turn good. Our alerts are conservative — no false alarms that send you out into the cold for nothing.
12-Hour Forecasts
Hourly breakdowns for every spot show exactly when conditions peak tonight. Plan your drive and time your arrival.
Community Sightings
See real-time aurora photos from other hunters across Iceland. Like, comment, and validate the forecast with real eyes on the ground.
Aurora Hunt Game
Photograph auroras to earn points based on color rarity. Compete in weekly tournaments, climb the leaderboard, and collect achievement badges.
How it works
Three steps to the northern lights tonight
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Check your score
Open the app and see your aurora probability based on your GPS location. Updated every 5 minutes.
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Find the best spot
Browse 137 viewing spots ranked by conditions. Cloud cover, darkness, and geomagnetic activity all factored in.
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Go see the aurora
Get directions, check safety notes, and share your photos with the community when you spot them.
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