Iceland
Where to see the aurora in Iceland
Not dark enough.
Midnight sun — it won’t get dark enough here right now.
Kp is 0.3. Reykjavík needs Kp 1+ for the oval overhead — right now it’s low on the northern horizon.
Tonight's peak is forecast around Kp 3.7 (Unsettled). The forecast still depends on darkness, cloud and the moon at your exact spot.
ReykjavíkLive northern lights forecasts for 15 places across Iceland, ordered by how little geomagnetic activity they need — from Reykjavík (Kp 1+) to Selfoss (Kp 2+). Pick a city for tonight's live odds, or get an instant answer for your exact location.
northern lights forecasts in Iceland
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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 Iceland.
from ~€65 pp
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Aurora cabins & lodges
Cabins, lodges and aurora-view stays near Iceland — 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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Travel medical cover for a trip to Iceland — remote, cold and weather-dependent — from a few dollars a day.
from ~$1.50 / day
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