Northern Lights Tonight in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Live visibility odds for Quebec City, combining the current geomagnetic Kp index with real local cloud cover, not just one or the other.
What Kp do you need in Quebec City?
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 Quebec City.
Which way to look from Quebec City
Face north. From Quebec City 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 Quebec City
Quebec City sits at a similar latitude to the northern tier of New England and upper Midwest US states, needing a solidly active storm but benefiting from being noticeably further north than Montreal.
Where locals actually go
The north shore of the St. Lawrence River away from downtown, or a short drive into the surrounding Laurentian foothills, both improve odds over the city center.
Best time of year
Mont-Mégantic, a certified International Dark Sky Reserve a few hours south, is the region's premier dark-sky destination if you're willing to travel further.
Will I see the aurora in Quebec City tonight?
Right now, Quebec City has a 3% chance based on tonight's real conditions: Kp 1.3 and 83% clear skies. Unlikely. This updates live, so check back closer to dark for the most accurate read, especially if the sky is currently cloudy where you are.
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