Russia
Where to see the aurora in Russia
Not dark enough.
Midnight sun — it won’t get dark enough here right now.
Kp is 0.3. Tiksi 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.
TiksiLive northern lights forecasts for 32 places across Russia, ordered by how little geomagnetic activity they need — from Tiksi (Kp 1+) to Omsk (Kp 9+). Pick a city for tonight's live odds, or get an instant answer for your exact location.
northern lights forecasts in Russia
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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 Russia.
from ~€65 pp
See Russia tours - Hotellook
Aurora cabins & lodges
Cabins, lodges and aurora-view stays near Russia — 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 Russia — remote, cold and weather-dependent — from a few dollars a day.
from ~$1.50 / day
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