Moderate Activity 🌒 3% Updated live

Aurora Forecast for
Churchill Northern Studies Centre Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Churchill Northern Studies Centre, Manitoba, Canada. Latitude 58.7°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 67°N.

Quick Summary: The estimated northern lights outlook for Churchill Northern Studies Centre peaks at 16% over the next 24 hours. Viewing window: 20:00–07:00 (America/Winnipeg).

Aurora forecast

16%

Estimated

Highest estimate · next 24 hours

Viewing window

20:00

– 07:00

America/Winnipeg

Kp index

4

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

29%

Partly cloudy

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Churchill Northern Studies Centre tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

Hourly Forecast · Estimated

20:00–07:00 · America/Winnipeg
01
01:00 — 16%
02:00 — 16%
03:00 — 16%
04:00 — 16%
05:00 — 16%
06:00 — 16%
07
07:00 — 16%
08:00 — 16%
09:00 — 16%
10:00 — 16%
11:00 — 16%
12:00 — 0%
13
13:00 — 0%
14:00 — 0%
15:00 — 0%
16:00 — 0%
17:00 — 0%
18:00 — 0%
19
19:00 — 0%
20:00 — 0%
21:00 — 0%
22:00 — 0%
23:00 — 0%
00:00 — 0%
01:00 UTC07:00 UTC13:00 UTC19:00 UTC00:00 UTC
Time (UTC)Estimated (%)
2026-10-13T01:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T02:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T03:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T04:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T05:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T06:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T07:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T08:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T09:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T10:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T11:00:00.000Z16%
2026-10-13T12:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T13:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T14:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T15:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T16:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T17:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T18:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T19:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T20:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T21:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T22:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T23:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z0%
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 2026-10-13T00:00:58.058Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-12T21:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-12T22:20:46.681+00:00. Overall model: estimated.

Window: 20:00–07:00 (America/Winnipeg). 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 Churchill Northern Studies Centre

Churchill Northern Studies Centre, Canada, is at 58.7°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 67°N; Kp 1–3 is an approximate screening range, not a visibility probability. Even favourable activity can be hidden by clouds or daylight. Find a dark, open northern horizon and check the sky before travelling.

Follow forecasts, cloud maps and aurora alerts for Churchill Northern Studies Centre 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 Churchill Northern Studies Centre tonight?
Aurora visibility in Churchill Northern Studies Centre depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 58.7°N latitude, Churchill Northern Studies Centre typically needs a Kp index of 1–3 for visible aurora. Check the real-time forecast above for tonight's conditions.
What time is best to see northern lights in Churchill Northern Studies Centre?
The best time to see aurora in Churchill Northern Studies Centre 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 Churchill Northern Studies Centre?
For the best aurora viewing in Churchill Northern Studies Centre, 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 Churchill Northern Studies Centre?
Churchill Northern Studies Centre is at 58.7°N latitude and typically requires a Kp index of 1–3 for visible aurora. Higher Kp values mean stronger geomagnetic storms and better aurora visibility, even at lower latitudes.
Is Churchill Northern Studies Centre, Canada a good place to see northern lights?
Churchill Northern Studies Centre is a great location for aurora viewing. Located at 58.7°N, it sits within the auroral zone where northern lights are frequently visible during active periods.

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