Greenland

Where to see the aurora in Greenland

Not dark enough.

Midnight sun — it won’t get dark enough here right now.

Kp is 0.3. Nuuk 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.

Nuuk

Live northern lights forecasts for 6 places across Greenland, ordered by how little geomagnetic activity they need — from Nuuk (Kp 1+) to Qaqortoq (Kp 2+). Pick a city for tonight's live odds, or get an instant answer for your exact location.

northern lights forecasts in Greenland

Plan the trip

Tours, stays and wheels

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  • GetYourGuide

    Aurora chasing tours

    Guided minibus & boat tours that drive you to the clearest skies around Greenland.

    from ~€65 pp

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  • Hotellook

    Aurora cabins & lodges

    Cabins, lodges and aurora-view stays near Greenland — settle in and watch the lights.

    from ~€120 / night

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  • Discover Cars

    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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    Cover the trip

    Travel medical cover for a trip to Greenland — remote, cold and weather-dependent — from a few dollars a day.

    from ~$1.50 / day

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