Queenstown Aurora Forecast
New Zealand • 45.03°S, 168.66°E
Real-time aurora australis probability and forecast for Queenstown, New Zealand
March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Aurora Australis (Southern Lights)
Pacific/Auckland
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Queenstown Aurora Australis Viewing Guide
Queenstown in New Zealand's South Island offers opportunities to witness the aurora australis (southern lights). While requiring strong geomagnetic activity, displays over the stunning mountain scenery are unforgettable.
Best Time to Visit
March to September (Southern Hemisphere winter) is aurora season. Strong solar activity (Kp 5+) typically needed. The longer winter nights provide more viewing opportunities.
Weather Conditions
Alpine climate with cold winters. Temperatures range from -2°C to 10°C. Clear nights are possible but mountain weather changes quickly.
Viewing Tips
- Face south toward the mountains and lake for best views
- Coronet Peak offers elevated dark-sky viewing
- Monitor aurora alerts from New Zealand aurora groups
Recommended Viewing Spots
Glenorchy
45 minutes from Queenstown with much darker skies. Mountain reflections in lake water create stunning aurora compositions.
44.8500°S, 168.3833°E
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Data provided by NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center and Open-Meteo