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Reykjavik Aurora Forecast

Islande64.15°N, 21.94°W

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

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Meilleure saison

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

Type d'aurore

Aurores boréales (Lumières du Nord)

Fuseau horaire

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.

Meilleure période pour visiter

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

Conditions météorologiques

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.

Conseils d'observation

  • 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

Lieux d'observation recommandés

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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Foire aux questions

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.

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