Moderate Activity 🌒 2% Updated live

Aurora Forecast for
Prelude Lake Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Prelude Lake, Northwest Territories, Canada. Latitude 62.6°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 68.5°N.

Quick Summary: The estimated northern lights outlook for Prelude Lake peaks at 2% over the next 24 hours. Viewing window: 21:00–07:00 (America/Yellowknife).

Aurora forecast

2%

Estimated

Highest estimate · next 24 hours

Viewing window

21:00

– 07:00

America/Yellowknife

Kp index

3.33

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

88%

Overcast

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Prelude Lake tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

Hourly Forecast · Estimated

21:00–07:00 · America/Yellowknife
19
19:00 — 0%
20:00 — 0%
21:00 — 0%
22:00 — 0%
23:00 — 0%
00:00 — 0%
01
01:00 — 0%
02:00 — 0%
03:00 — 2%
04:00 — 2%
05:00 — 2%
06:00 — 2%
07
07:00 — 2%
08:00 — 2%
09:00 — 2%
10:00 — 2%
11:00 — 2%
12:00 — 2%
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%
2026-10-13T01:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T02:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T03:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T04:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T05:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T06:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T07:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T08:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T09:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T10:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T11:00:00.000Z2%
2026-10-13T12:00:00.000Z2%
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 2026-10-12T18:38:45.913Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-12T18:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-12T16:50:53.729+00:00. Overall model: estimated.

Window: 21:00–07:00 (America/Yellowknife). 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 Prelude Lake

Prelude Lake, Canada, is at 62.6°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 68.5°N; Kp 0–2 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 Prelude Lake 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 Prelude Lake tonight?
Aurora visibility in Prelude Lake depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 62.6°N latitude, Prelude Lake typically needs a Kp index of 0–2 for visible aurora. Check the real-time forecast above for tonight's conditions.
What time is best to see northern lights in Prelude Lake?
The best time to see aurora in Prelude Lake 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 Prelude Lake?
For the best aurora viewing in Prelude Lake, 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 Prelude Lake?
Prelude Lake is at 62.6°N latitude and typically requires a Kp index of 0–2 for visible aurora. Higher Kp values mean stronger geomagnetic storms and better aurora visibility, even at lower latitudes.
Is Prelude Lake, Canada a good place to see northern lights?
Prelude Lake is a great location for aurora viewing. Located at 62.6°N, it sits within the auroral zone where northern lights are frequently visible during active periods.

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