The capital of north Iceland, Akureyri enjoys a sheltered fjord location with frequent clear skies perfect for aurora viewing.
Akureyri, Iceland
It's daytime at your location. Aurora is only visible at night.
24h ago → 3 days ahead · Dark bands = night · Gray area = clouds · Past is dimmed
Events from the last 3 days that can influence aurora visibility
Strong explosion on the sun. May enhance aurora activity if the particles reach Earth in 1-3 days.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
Moderate explosion on the sun. Usually too weak on its own to cause visible aurora at mid-latitudes.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
Cloud of solar plasma possibly heading toward Earth. May trigger aurora in 2-3 days.
How solar events cause aurora:
Indirect — can launch plasma clouds toward Earth
High — if aimed at Earth, causes aurora in 1-3 days
Direct — aurora is happening or imminent!
Moderate — can sustain aurora for days
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