The Icelandic Meteorological Office is predicting significant Aurora activity tonight, and mostly clear skies over Iceland. The IMO forecasts a grade four activity, active on its 1-9 activity scale. The skies over Iceland are expected to be clear during the evening and into the night, although major glaciers, parts of the Central Highlands and stretches of the south coast will have cloudy skies. Early morning heavier clouds are expected in West and South-West Iceland, while the Aurora activity is expected to rise to a grade 5, high.
Read more: Learn all about the Aurora on this new interactive website
The forecast is builds its forecast on combined information on aurora activity, cloud cover, sunlight and moonlight. Clear skies are crucial to seeing and enjoying the Northern lights. IMO explains that grade 2 (low activity) can be beautiful and grade 3 (moderate) can be dazzling. Grade 4 activity has the potential of creating a magnificent show.
The weather can change with a relatively short notice, and Aurora hunters are therefore advised to check the forecast for cloud cover before they head out looking for the Aurora. Be sure to dress warmly if you are heading into the night as it will be rather chilly around the country. The temperature in W. Iceland will range from -2°C to -5°C.
Check the weather and cloud cover forecast at the website of the Icelandic Meteorological Office.
This handy infographic is also a great resource for preparing for a night of Northern Lights hunting. And keep your eyes on the road, even if they might come on while you are still driving!
Read more: Distracted motorist drives into lamp post due to Northern Lights display
Read more: Learn all about the Aurora on this new interactive website
The Icelandic Meteorological Office is predicting significant Aurora activity tonight, and mostly clear skies over Iceland. The IMO forecasts a grade four activity, active on its 1-9 activity scale. The skies over Iceland are expected to be clear during the evening and into the night, although major glaciers, parts of the Central Highlands and stretches of the south coast will have cloudy skies. Early morning heavier clouds are expected in West and South-West Iceland, while the Aurora activity is expected to rise to a grade 5, high.
Read more: Learn all about the Aurora on this new interactive website
The forecast is builds its forecast on combined information on aurora activity, cloud cover, sunlight and moonlight. Clear skies are crucial to seeing and enjoying the Northern lights. IMO explains that grade 2 (low activity) can be beautiful and grade 3 (moderate) can be dazzling. Grade 4 activity has the potential of creating a magnificent show.
The weather can change with a relatively short notice, and Aurora hunters are therefore advised to check the forecast for cloud cover before they head out looking for the Aurora. Be sure to dress warmly if you are heading into the night as it will be rather chilly around the country. The temperature in W. Iceland will range from -2°C to -5°C.
Check the weather and cloud cover forecast at the website of the Icelandic Meteorological Office.
This handy infographic is also a great resource for preparing for a night of Northern Lights hunting. And keep your eyes on the road, even if they might come on while you are still driving!
Read more: Distracted motorist drives into lamp post due to Northern Lights display
Read more: Learn all about the Aurora on this new interactive website
