Northern Lights Tonight in Jasper, Alberta, Canada

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

What Kp do you need in Jasper?

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 Jasper.

Which way to look from Jasper

Face north. From Jasper 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 Jasper

Jasper National Park is a certified Dark Sky Preserve, one of the largest in the world, making it one of the best aurora-viewing spots in the Canadian Rockies despite sitting further south than the northern territories.

Where locals actually go

Pyramid Lake and the Jasper SkyTram area are both well-known viewpoints, with the surrounding mountains offering a dramatic frame for the display.

Best time of year

Jasper hosts an annual Dark Sky Festival, and while it needs a decent storm given its latitude, the park's protected darkness makes the most of whatever activity appears.

Will I see the aurora in Jasper tonight?

Right now, Jasper has a 15% chance based on tonight's real conditions: Kp 1.7 and 65% 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 →