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Aurora Forecast for
Wapusk National Park Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Wapusk National Park, Manitoba, Canada. Latitude 58°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 66.2°N.

National Park: When visiting this wilderness area for aurora viewing, please check local park access hours. The natural darkness provides excellent viewing conditions away from city lights.

Quick Summary: The estimated northern lights outlook for Wapusk National Park peaks at 14% over the next 24 hours. Viewing window: 20:00–07:00 (America/Winnipeg).

Aurora forecast

14%

Estimated

Highest estimate · next 24 hours

Viewing window

20:00

– 07:00

America/Winnipeg

Kp index

3.33

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

6%

Clear skies

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Wapusk National Park tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

Hourly Forecast · Estimated

20:00–07:00 · America/Winnipeg
19
19:00 — 0%
20:00 — 0%
21:00 — 0%
22:00 — 0%
23:00 — 0%
00:00 — 0%
01
01:00 — 14%
02:00 — 14%
03:00 — 14%
04:00 — 14%
05:00 — 14%
06:00 — 14%
07
07:00 — 14%
08:00 — 14%
09:00 — 14%
10:00 — 14%
11:00 — 14%
12:00 — 0%
13
13:00 — 0%
14:00 — 0%
15:00 — 0%
16:00 — 0%
17:00 — 0%
18:00 — 0%
19:00 UTC01:00 UTC07:00 UTC13:00 UTC18:00 UTC
Time (UTC)Estimated (%)
2026-10-12T19:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-12T20:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-12T21:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-12T22:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-12T23:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T01:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T02:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T03:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T04:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T05:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T06:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T07:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T08:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T09:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T10:00:00.000Z14%
2026-10-13T11:00:00.000Z14%
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%
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 2026-10-12T18:39:18.146Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-12T18:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-12T16:50:58.141+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 Wapusk National Park

Wapusk National Park, Canada, is at 58°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 66.2°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 Wapusk National Park 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 Wapusk National Park tonight?
Aurora visibility in Wapusk National Park depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 58.0°N latitude, Wapusk National Park 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 Wapusk National Park?
The best time to see aurora in Wapusk National Park 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 Wapusk National Park?
For the best aurora viewing in Wapusk National Park, 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 Wapusk National Park?
Wapusk National Park is at 58.0°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 Wapusk National Park, Canada a good place to see northern lights?
Wapusk National Park can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at 58.0°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 1–3 or higher.

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