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Best time to see the aurora in Scalloway
Scalloway sees the aurora on moderately active nights — it needs about Kp 4+ for the northern lights to appear, which happens several nights a month when activity picks up. The season runs September – March. Here's how to plan, then check tonight's live odds.
| Best season | September – March |
| Activity needed | Kp 4+ |
| Geomagnetic latitude | 58.7° |
| Look toward | North |
Plan the trip
Aurora tours & stays near Scalloway
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Aurora chasing tours
Guided minibus & boat tours that drive you to the clearest skies around Scalloway.
from ~€65 pp
See Scalloway tours - Hotellook
Aurora cabins & lodges
Cabins, lodges and aurora-view stays near Scalloway — settle in and watch the lights.
from ~€120 / night
Find stays - 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
Compare cars - SafetyWing
Cover the trip
Travel medical cover for a trip to Scalloway — remote, cold and weather-dependent — from a few dollars a day.
from ~$1.50 / day
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