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Isle of Skye Aurora Forecast

Vereinigtes Königreich57.27°N, 6.22°W

Real-time aurora probability and cloud forecast for Isle of Skye, Scotland

Dramatische LandschaftDunkle HimmelSchottische Highlands
Beste Saison

September, Oktober, November, Dezember, Januar, Februar, März

Polarlichttyp

Aurora Borealis (Nordlichter)

Zeitzone

Europe/London

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Isle of Skye Aurora Viewing Guide

The Isle of Skye offers a chance to see aurora borealis over some of Scotland's most dramatic landscapes. While further south than Scandinavian destinations, strong geomagnetic storms bring northern lights to these Celtic shores.

Beste Reisezeit

September to March is aurora season. Strong storms (Kp 5+) are typically needed for visible aurora. Monitor activity and be ready to head out when conditions align.

Wetterbedingungen

Maritime climate means unpredictable weather. Cloud cover is frequent. Temperatures are mild (0°C to 8°C in winter) but wet and windy.

Beobachtungstipps

  • Neist Point lighthouse is a classic aurora location
  • Monitor Kp forecasts - you need Kp 5+ for visible aurora
  • Be prepared for rapid weather changes and dress for wind and rain

Empfohlene Beobachtungsorte

Neist Point Lighthouse

Skye's most westerly point offers dramatic cliffs and lighthouse. Aurora above this iconic location is breathtaking.

57.4231°N, 6.7878°W

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Old Man of Storr

The famous rock pinnacle can be foreground to aurora photos. Access in darkness requires care on the trail.

57.5069°N, 6.1833°W

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Elgol

South-facing but dramatic views toward the Cuillin mountains. Strong aurora can be seen above the peaks.

57.1500°N, 6.1000°W

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

Yes, during strong geomagnetic storms. At 57°N, Scotland needs Kp 5+ for visible aurora, but when conditions align, displays can be spectacular. Several strong events per year bring aurora to Scottish skies.

Daten bereitgestellt von NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center und Open-Meteo