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Reykjavik Aurora Forecast

Island64.15°N, 21.94°W

Real-time aurora probability and cloud forecast for Reykjavik, Iceland

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Beste Saison

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

Polarlichttyp

Aurora Borealis (Nordlichter)

Zeitzone

Atlantic/Reykjavik

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Reykjavik Aurora Viewing Guide

Reykjavik offers the convenience of a capital city with easy access to incredible dark-sky aurora locations. The Golden Circle, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and South Coast are all within reach for aurora chasing.

Beste Reisezeit

September to April is aurora season. Iceland's weather is famously changeable, so flexibility and multiple nights are essential. February-March offers longer twilight.

Wetterbedingungen

Maritime climate means relatively mild but very changeable weather. Temperatures hover around 0°C in winter. Wind and rain are common - always be prepared for conditions to change.

Beobachtungstipps

  • Check the Icelandic Met Office cloud cover forecast before heading out
  • Book a guided tour that can chase clear skies across regions
  • Þingvellir National Park offers excellent viewing within an hour of the city

Empfohlene Beobachtungsorte

Þingvellir National Park

UNESCO World Heritage Site just 45 minutes from Reykjavik. Dark skies, dramatic rift valley landscape, and easy access.

64.2559°N, 21.1300°W

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Grótta Lighthouse

The closest dark-sky location to central Reykjavik. The lighthouse and sea provide atmospheric aurora backdrops.

64.1636°N, 22.0203°W

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Snæfellsnes Peninsula

2-hour drive from Reykjavik but offers Kirkjufell mountain - one of Iceland's most photographed aurora locations.

64.8000°N, 23.7833°W

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

Possible during strong displays, but light pollution makes it difficult. The Grótta lighthouse area is 15 minutes from downtown and offers much darker skies. For best results, drive 30-60 minutes from the city.

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