Can I see the Northern Lights in Iceland?

Check the conditions before you go to see the Northern Lights on your tour of Iceland. The info displayed on this page is derived from the Icelandic Meteorological Office and is presented without any guarantee. The forecast displays values for the Kp-index as well as the cloud cover forecast. © Copyright 2023. Adventures.com. All rights reserved.

What is the Kp index forecast for Northern Lights in Iceland?

Be sure to check the live aurora forecast and weather conditions before your Northern Lights tour in Iceland. KP Index Forecast The scale ranges from 0 to 9, where a value of 0 indicates very little geomagnetic activity and a value of 9 indicates an extreme geomagnetic storm.

How do I use the Northern Lights forecast?

Combined with the Cloud Forecast, it will give you clues on where the Northern Lights are likely to be seen. Use the slider at the bottom of the graphic to adjust the date and time of the forecast. Please note that the forecast changes frequently and is most reliable at about 6 pm of the current day.

When is the best time to see aurora borealis in Iceland?

The best time to see aurora borealis in Iceland is between September and April. It’s when the nights are dark enough to see the aurora. Iceland only gets 4-5 hours of daylight in midwinter, providing endless opportunities to hunt for aurora borealis during that time. What Is the Best Month To See the Northern Lights in Iceland?