The destination
Why chase the aurora from Iceland?
Iceland pairs high magnetic latitude with some of the most dramatic foregrounds on the planet — waterfalls, glaciers, and rift valleys under the northern lights.
- Þingvellir National Park offers dark skies within an hour of Reykjavík.
- Check cloud cover — Iceland's weather changes fast; chase clear patches.
- A moonless night deepens contrast for faint arcs.
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Current space weather
The global drivers apply everywhere — but at 64° 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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