Northern Lights Tonight in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

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

What Kp do you need in Whitehorse?

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 Whitehorse.

Which way to look from Whitehorse

At this magnetic latitude the aurora can appear overhead or even to the south of you during an active night, so a view in every direction is worth having.

About aurora viewing in Whitehorse

Whitehorse is the Yukon's capital and one of the most accessible major aurora-viewing cities in North America, with flights direct from several major hubs and infrastructure built specifically around aurora tourism.

Where locals actually go

Many aurora tour operators run dedicated viewing sites just outside the city; Fish Lake Road and the shores of Lake Laberge are both popular self-drive options.

Best time of year

Late August through April is prime season, with the long, cold nights of December and January often producing the most reliable displays.

Will I see the aurora in Whitehorse tonight?

Right now, Whitehorse has a 20% chance based on tonight's real conditions: Kp 1.7 and 30% clear skies. Naked-eye possible. 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 →