The destination
Why chase the aurora from United States?
Fairbanks sits directly beneath the average auroral oval, making it one of the most reliable aurora destinations on Earth. On active nights the sky fills from horizon to zenith.
- Head to Cleary Summit or Murphy Dome to escape city light.
- Aurora season peaks around the equinoxes — late September and March.
- Dress for −30°C; clear, cold nights are often the most active.
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Current space weather
The global drivers apply everywhere — but at 65° magnetic latitude, even moderate activity can light up the sky here.
Kp Gauge
Data table
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Kp Index | 6 |
| Scale max | 9 |
IMF Bz — Last 30 min
Data table
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Bz | -12 nT |
| Direction | Southward |
3-Day Kp Forecast
Data table
| Period | Kp |
|---|---|
| T+6h | 3 |
| T+12h | 4 |
| T+18h | 5 |
| T+24h | 6 |
| T+30h | 7 |
| T+36h | 6 |
| T+42h | 5 |
| T+48h | 4 |
| T+54h | 4 |
| T+60h | 3 |
| T+66h | 3 |
| T+72h | 2 |
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