Moderate Activity 🌖 92% Estimated with live space weather

Northern Lights Forecast for
Stony Plain Tonight

Real-time northern lights conditions for Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada. Latitude 53.5°N · Magnetic latitude 58°N

Quick Summary: Tonight’s Northern Lights forecast for Stony Plain shows a 5% visibility chance based on the Kp 3.67 geomagnetic forecast. Clear sky is still required, with current cloud cover estimated at 21%. The best viewing window is 23:00 to 01:00. Low aurora probability in Stony Plain tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

Aurora Probability

5%

Low Likelihood

Chance of visible aurora tonight

Best Time

23:00

– 01:00

Optimal viewing window

Kp Index

3.67

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud Cover

21%

Partly cloudy

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Stony Plain tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

🌖 Warning: Bright moonlight (92%) may reduce aurora visibility.

Hourly Forecast

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00:00 — 5%
01:00 — 5%
02:00 — 5%
03:00 — 5%
04:00 — 5%
05:00 — 5%
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06:00 — 5%
07:00 — 5%
08:00 — 5%
09:00 — 5%
10:00 — 5%
11:00 — 5%
12
12:00 — 5%
13:00 — 5%
14:00 — 5%
15:00 — 5%
16:00 — 5%
17:00 — 5%
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18:00 — 5%
19:00 — 5%
20:00 — 5%
21:00 — 5%
22:00 — 5%
23:00 — 5%
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About Aurora Viewing in Stony Plain

Canada's Stony Plain is positioned at 53.5°N, making it a possible location to see the aurora during clear nights. You'll need a Kp index of 6+ or higher to spot the lights from this location. Peak aurora activity generally happens between 10 PM and 2 AM, so seek out dark skies for the best chances.

Aurora Hunt provides real-time alerts, cloud cover maps, and aurora probability forecasts specifically for Stony Plain. Download the app to get notified when conditions are perfect for viewing.

Local viewing decision

Should You Look for the Northern Lights in Stony Plain Tonight?

The forecast currently shows Kp 3.67 and 21% cloud cover near Stony Plain. Use the combination to decide whether to wait, step outside or make a short trip.

Open prairie can improve the horizon, but local lighting, trees and a cloud bank to the north can still obscure a weak display. Darkness alone cannot compensate for cloud or insufficient geomagnetic activity.

Do not assume a rural road is a safe viewing place. Use legal access, stay clear of traffic and confirm conditions on Alberta 511 before leaving town.

Alberta 511 road conditions

Before you go

  • Compare Kp with the approximate local threshold near Kp 6+.
  • Check whether the current 21% cloud cover is moving away from the northern sky.
  • Prioritize an unobstructed northern horizon over a scenic foreground.
  • Give your eyes time to adapt before deciding that no aurora is present.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you see aurora in Stony Plain tonight?
Aurora visibility in Stony Plain depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 53.5°N latitude, Stony Plain typically needs a Kp index of 6+ for visible aurora. Check the real-time forecast above for tonight's conditions.
What time is best to see northern lights in Stony Plain?
The best time to see aurora in Stony Plain 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 Stony Plain?
For the best aurora viewing in Stony Plain, 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 Stony Plain?
Stony Plain is at 53.5°N latitude and typically requires a Kp index of 6+ for visible aurora. Higher Kp values mean stronger geomagnetic storms and better aurora visibility, even at lower latitudes.
Is Stony Plain, Canada a good place to see northern lights?
Stony Plain can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at 53.5°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 6+ or higher.

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