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Northern Lights Forecast Tromsø Tonight– Live KP & Cloud Cover

69.6492°N, 18.9553°E – The Paris of the North

Low
2.0
Low aurora activity
Last updated: 13:18
⭐ Aurora not visible during daylight hours

Planning to see the Northern Lights in Tromsø? You’re in the right place. On this page, you’ll find the most accurate and up-to-date Northern Lights forecast for Tromsø, based on real-time data from NASA, NOAA, and geomagnetic activity sources.

Current Northern Lights Forecast for Tromsø📍 69.6496°N, 18.956°E
Aurora Chance
27%
Location-specific
Temperature
12°C
Clouds
Feels like: 11°C
Cloud Cover
87%
Cloudy
Wind
2 m/s W
Current conditions
Solar Wind
535 km/s
Current speed

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3-Hour KP Forecast — Tromsø

At Tromsø's latitude, KP 3+ often gives good visibility.

00–03
2.3
Low
03–06
2.0
Low
06–09
3.3
Moderate
09–12
3.7
Moderate
12–15
5.0
Very Good
15–18
4.7
Good
18–21
4.0
Good
21–00
3.3
Moderate
00–03
3.3
Moderate
03–06
3.0
Moderate
06–09
2.7
Low
09–12
2.3
Low
12–15
1.7
Quiet
15–18
2.0
Low
18–21
2.0
Low
21–00
2.3
Low
00–03
2.0
Low
03–06
1.7
Quiet
06–09
1.7
Quiet
09–12
2.0
Low
12–15
2.0
Low
15–18
1.7
Quiet
18–21
1.7
Quiet
21–00
1.7
Quiet

Why Tromsø Is One of the Best Places to See the Northern Lights

Tromsø is located in the heart of the auroral oval, making it one of the best places in the world to witness the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). With its clear skies, minimal light pollution in surrounding areas, and stunning Arctic landscapes, Tromsø is a bucket-list destination for aurora hunters.

Bright green aurora borealis above Tromsø fjord in northern Norway
Magical Northern Lights dancing over Tromsø – a perfect Arctic night under the auroral oval. Photo: Sven Pieren

He Drove 15,000 Kilometers toTromsø for This View

From the scorching desert heat of Riyadh to Arctic cold and polar night in Tromsø. For Malik Al Sultan (28), seeing the northern lights was never a question of if — only how.

Read the story here

Tromsø KP Index Forecast

The Kp index indicates the likelihood of auroral activity. A higher KP number means stronger geomagnetic activity, which increases your chances of seeing the aurora.

3-Day Forecast Updated hourly
Sunday
Very Good
5.0
Aurora visible across Norway
Monday
Moderate
3.3
Some aurora activity possible in northern Norway
Tuesday
Low
2.0
Low aurora activity

Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Tromsø

The aurora season in Tromsø runs from late September to early April. For the best experience:

  • Visit between October and March
  • Check the KP index forecast regularly
  • Look for cloud-free nights
  • Avoid city lights – head just outside Tromsø for clearer views

Photography Tips

Camera Settings

• Use manual mode
• ISO: 1600-3200
• Aperture: f/2.8 or wider
• Shutter speed: 5-15 seconds
• Manual focus set to infinity

Essential gear

• Sturdy tripod
• Wide-angle lens
• Extra batteries (cold drains them quickly)
• Remote shutter or timer
• Hand warmers for gear and hands