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Isle of Skye Aurora Forecast

Royaume-Uni57.27°N, 6.22°W

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

Paysage spectaculaireCiels sombresHighlands écossais
Meilleure saison

Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Décembre, Janvier, Février, Mars

Type d'aurore

Aurores boréales (Lumières du Nord)

Fuseau horaire

Europe/London

Conditions actuelles des aurores

Qu'est-ce que l'indice Kp ?

Vent solaire

Prévision d'aurores

Phase lunaire

Carte de probabilité des aurores

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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.

Meilleure période pour visiter

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.

Conditions météorologiques

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

Conseils d'observation

  • 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

Lieux d'observation recommandés

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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Foire aux questions

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.

Données fournies par le NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center et Open-Meteo