Aurora hunters could find themselves in luck on Sunday, September 23: The Icelandic Meteorological Office is predicting a level 5 high Aurora activity, with potentially good openings in the cloud cover to allow us a view of nature's greatest light-show. Tonight is looking rather disappointing, with a level 2 activity, while tomorrow, Saturday, we are told to expect a level 3 Aurora activity.
Potential for spectacular colors
The IMO explains that the 0-9 Kp geomagnetic index can be used to predict the intensity and beauty of the Aurora over Iceland: An activity of 2, low can produce beautiful Northern Lights in Iceland, including beautiful dancing green ribbons, while an activity of 3 moderate can be dazzling, according to the IMO. The beauty and strength of the lights can vary significantly, but a level 4 activity can produce truly spectacular shows, including vibrant colorful shows, including purple and maroon waves, and even red splashes.
Of course we can never be certain when it comes to the Northern Lights, and that it's impossible to predict them with any certainty. The key to catching the Northern Lights is always patience and luck. We can never count on the weather forecast in Iceland, and you should always check back with the IMO to see the updated forecast.
On Sunday the sun will set at 19:25, and it will be dark from 20:13 until 06:28.
You should keep a close eye on the Aurora forecast of the Icelandic Meteorological Office. The current forecast for Sunday evening suggests we can expect mostly clear skies over East and North Iceland, with high altitude clouds over West Iceland, but possibly regular openings in cloud cover. The cloud cover can change dramatically based on how the weather systems around Iceland behave, so it's possible this forecast can either improve – or turn for the worse.
We at Iceland Insider are certainly crossing our fingers!
Where to go?
If you are hoping to view the Northern Lights be sure to check out our guide to great Aurora viewing spots in Reykjavík and surrounding areas. In case you decide to view the Aurora from Grótta island at the tip of Reykjavík peninsula, be sure to pay attention to the tides! You don't want to find yourself stranded by the incoming tide, like a group of travelers who were Aurora hunting yesterday.
Read more: Group of Aurora hunting travelers trapped on Grótta island in Reykjavík rescued by ICE-SAR
Also: Remember to keep your eyes on the road while driving! Police has on several occasions stopped foreign travelers driving erratically, as they were guilty of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of the Aurora!
Aurora hunters could find themselves in luck on Sunday, September 23: The Icelandic Meteorological Office is predicting a level 5 high Aurora activity, with potentially good openings in the cloud cover to allow us a view of nature's greatest light-show. Tonight is looking rather disappointing, with a level 2 activity, while tomorrow, Saturday, we are told to expect a level 3 Aurora activity.
Potential for spectacular colors
The IMO explains that the 0-9 Kp geomagnetic index can be used to predict the intensity and beauty of the Aurora over Iceland: An activity of 2, low can produce beautiful Northern Lights in Iceland, including beautiful dancing green ribbons, while an activity of 3 moderate can be dazzling, according to the IMO. The beauty and strength of the lights can vary significantly, but a level 4 activity can produce truly spectacular shows, including vibrant colorful shows, including purple and maroon waves, and even red splashes.
Of course we can never be certain when it comes to the Northern Lights, and that it's impossible to predict them with any certainty. The key to catching the Northern Lights is always patience and luck. We can never count on the weather forecast in Iceland, and you should always check back with the IMO to see the updated forecast.
On Sunday the sun will set at 19:25, and it will be dark from 20:13 until 06:28.
You should keep a close eye on the Aurora forecast of the Icelandic Meteorological Office. The current forecast for Sunday evening suggests we can expect mostly clear skies over East and North Iceland, with high altitude clouds over West Iceland, but possibly regular openings in cloud cover. The cloud cover can change dramatically based on how the weather systems around Iceland behave, so it's possible this forecast can either improve – or turn for the worse.
We at Iceland Insider are certainly crossing our fingers!
Where to go?
If you are hoping to view the Northern Lights be sure to check out our guide to great Aurora viewing spots in Reykjavík and surrounding areas. In case you decide to view the Aurora from Grótta island at the tip of Reykjavík peninsula, be sure to pay attention to the tides! You don't want to find yourself stranded by the incoming tide, like a group of travelers who were Aurora hunting yesterday.
Read more: Group of Aurora hunting travelers trapped on Grótta island in Reykjavík rescued by ICE-SAR
Also: Remember to keep your eyes on the road while driving! Police has on several occasions stopped foreign travelers driving erratically, as they were guilty of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of the Aurora!
