Can I see the northern lights tonight in Canada?
Yes, as far south as Calgary.
NOAA's Kp forecast peaks at 3 during tonight's dark hours. 11 of the 44 cities we cover in Canada have a possible or good view tonight.
Green: NOAA OVATION aurora model, forecast for 03:41 UTC 5 Nov (a 30 to 90 minute nowcast; the oval moves and brightens through the night). Dots: our verdict for tonight from the Kp forecast.
By province
| Region | Cities | Lowest Kp needed | Tonight (best city) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | 5 | 1 | Good chance (Edmonton) |
| Saskatchewan | 2 | 2 | Possible (Saskatoon) |
| British Columbia | 8 | 2 | Possible (Prince George) |
| Ontario | 17 | 3 | Possible (Thunder Bay) |
| Quebec | 7 | 4 | Long shot (Québec) |
| Nova Scotia | 2 | 6 | Unlikely (Halifax) |
Biggest cities
Kp forecast
NOAA planetary K-index, observed and forecast, in EST.
Questions
Can I see the northern lights tonight in Canada?
Yes, as far south as Calgary. NOAA's Kp forecast peaks at 3 during tonight's dark hours. 11 of the 44 cities we cover in Canada have a possible or good view tonight. Clear skies to the north are needed.
Where in Canada is best for the northern lights?
The further north (in magnetic latitude) the better. Of the cities we cover, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Prince George need the lowest Kp.
Northern lights tonight: all countries → · Aurora forecast this week · Kp index explained
Data: NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (planetary K-index forecast, 3-day forecast, 27-day outlook, OVATION aurora model). Magnetic latitudes: AACGM-v2. Darkness and Moon computed with Skyfield and JPL DE440. We do not forecast clouds: you need a clear view to the north. How the verdict is made.