Canada
Where to see the aurora in Canada
Not dark enough.
Midnight sun — it won’t get dark enough here right now.
Kp is 0.3. Yellowknife needs Kp 1+ for the oval overhead — right now it’s overhead.
Tonight's peak is forecast around Kp 3.7 (Unsettled). The forecast still depends on darkness, cloud and the moon at your exact spot.
YellowknifeLive northern lights forecasts for 52 places across Canada, ordered by how little geomagnetic activity they need — from Yellowknife (Kp 1+) to Halifax (Kp 9+). Pick a city for tonight's live odds, or get an instant answer for your exact location.
northern lights forecasts in Canada
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Tours, stays and wheels
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Aurora chasing tours
Guided minibus & boat tours that drive you to the clearest skies around Canada.
from ~€65 pp
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Aurora cabins & lodges
Cabins, lodges and aurora-view stays near Canada — settle in and watch the lights.
from ~€120 / night
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Rent a car to chase clear skies
Self-drive to dark-sky spots away from town glow. Compare every local supplier.
from ~€40 / day
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