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Aurora Forecast for
Braunau am Inn Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Braunau am Inn, Upper Austria, Austria. Latitude 48.3°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 43.3°N.

Quick Summary: The estimated northern lights outlook for Braunau am Inn peaks at 0% over the next 24 hours. No suitable viewing window.

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Europe/Vienna

Kp index

3.33

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

1%

Clear skies

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Braunau am Inn tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

Hourly Forecast · Estimated

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How to read this forecast

The next 24 hours use calculated local darkness and a retained aurora activity heuristic. They are not a measured or statistically calibrated chance of seeing aurora. Aggregate cloud cover is held constant unless a timed weather forecast is available.

Generated 2026-10-12T20:21:29.547Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-12T18:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-12T19:40:04.613+00:00. Overall model: estimated.

Window: No suitable viewing window. A dash marks a missing input; zero means the model found no visibility under the supplied conditions.

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About Aurora Viewing in Braunau am Inn

Braunau am Inn, Austria, is at 48.3°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 43.3°N; Kp 7–9 is an approximate screening range, not a visibility probability. Sightings at this latitude are unusual and should not be expected on a typical night. Find a dark, open northern horizon and check the sky before travelling.

Follow forecasts, cloud maps and aurora alerts for Braunau am Inn in Aurora Hunt, then confirm darkness, local cloud and access before going outside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you see aurora in Braunau am Inn tonight?
Aurora visibility in Braunau am Inn depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 48.3°N latitude, Braunau am Inn typically needs a Kp index of 7–9 for visible aurora. Check the real-time forecast above for tonight's conditions.
What time is best to see northern lights in Braunau am Inn?
The best time to see aurora in Braunau am Inn is typically between 10 PM and 2 AM local time, when skies are darkest. Aurora can appear any time after astronomical twilight, but peak activity usually occurs around local midnight.
Where to watch aurora in Braunau am Inn?
For the best aurora viewing in Braunau am Inn, find a location away from city light pollution with a clear view to the north. Dark areas outside the city center, elevated viewpoints, and spots near water are ideal. Check cloud cover before heading out.
What Kp index is needed to see aurora in Braunau am Inn?
Braunau am Inn is at 48.3°N latitude and typically requires a Kp index of 7–9 for visible aurora. Higher Kp values mean stronger geomagnetic storms and better aurora visibility, even at lower latitudes.
Is Braunau am Inn, Austria a good place to see northern lights?
Braunau am Inn can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at 48.3°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 7–9 or higher.

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