Northern Lights Tonight in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Live visibility odds for Edmonton, combining the current geomagnetic Kp index with real local cloud cover, not just one or the other.

What Kp do you need in Edmonton?

Those frequencies are how often the geomagnetic threshold itself is reached, before weather. Cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution all cut into it, which is why the live score at the top of this page multiplies the geomagnetic odds by tonight's actual sky over Edmonton.

Which way to look from Edmonton

Face north. From Edmonton the auroral oval sits well to the north, so activity shows up as a glow low on the northern horizon rather than overhead — which means a clear, unobstructed northern view matters more here than total darkness does.

About aurora viewing in Edmonton

Edmonton is one of the larger cities anywhere near the aurora belt, giving it decent odds during an active storm along with the convenience of a major city.

Where locals actually go

Elk Island National Park, less than an hour east of the city, is a certified Dark Sky Preserve and the most reliable nearby escape from Edmonton's own light pollution.

Best time of year

Long prairie winter nights give Edmonton solid viewing windows from October through March.

Will I see the aurora in Edmonton tonight?

Right now, Edmonton has a 3% chance based on tonight's real conditions: Kp 1.7 and 8% clear skies. Camera only (long exposure). This updates live, so check back closer to dark for the most accurate read, especially if the sky is currently cloudy where you are.

A good Kp forecast isn't the whole story. See what else actually determines whether you'll see it →