Aurora blog
Longer reads on forecasting, destinations, photography and the science of the aurora. Sourced, dated and linked to the live data behind them.
17 articles
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- ForecastingNorthern lights forecast: how to read it and what Kp meansHow to read a northern lights forecast: Kp, the 3-day outlook, the OVATION map, solar wind and cloud, plus a 10-minute routine before you head out.8 min read
- Trip planningBest time to see the northern lights in 2026–27, month by monthThe best months, hours and moon dates for the northern lights in winter 2026–27, with real cloud data for each month and honest notes on the solar cycle.9 min read
- DestinationsWhere to see the northern lights: 21 places ranked21 aurora destinations ranked by night-time clear sky from 2017–2025 data, with how often the aurora reaches each one. Honest picks, no hype.7 min read
Forecasting
Reading Kp, the solar wind, webcams and cloud on the night.
Trip planning
Months, moon phases, nights and tours.
Destinations
Where to go, with cloud data and honest odds.
Photography
Getting sharp, honest aurora photos with a phone.
Science and myths
The solar cycle, the southern lights and common myths.