The Aurora season is off with a bang: Last week we got several nights of great Aurora activity, and tonight, Monday September 17 is looking extremely promising, at least for Reykjavík and most of West and South Iceland.
The Icelandic Meteorological Office is telling us that tonight's forecast is looking very good. The IMO is expecting mostly clear skies over southern and western Iceland tonight, along with high level of Aurora activity. The aurora activity will be a 4, active. Tomorrow, Tuesday September 18 is also looking good: An Aurora activity index of 3, along with mostly clear skies.
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!
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.
Tonight the sun sets at 19:47 (7:47 pm), and the sky will be dark between 20:35 and 06:10.
The Aurora season is off with a bang: Last week we got several nights of great Aurora activity, and tonight, Monday September 17 is looking extremely promising, at least for Reykjavík and most of West and South Iceland.
The Icelandic Meteorological Office is telling us that tonight's forecast is looking very good. The IMO is expecting mostly clear skies over southern and western Iceland tonight, along with high level of Aurora activity. The aurora activity will be a 4, active. Tomorrow, Tuesday September 18 is also looking good: An Aurora activity index of 3, along with mostly clear skies.
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!
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.
Tonight the sun sets at 19:47 (7:47 pm), and the sky will be dark between 20:35 and 06:10.
