Moderate Activity 🌒 4% Updated live

Aurora Forecast for
Ruka Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Ruka, Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Latitude 66.2°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 63.2°N.

Quick Summary: The estimated northern lights outlook for Ruka peaks at 6% over the next 24 hours. Viewing window: 20:00–07:00 (Europe/Helsinki).

Aurora forecast

6%

Estimated

Highest estimate · next 24 hours

Viewing window

20:00

– 07:00

Europe/Helsinki

Kp index

4.67

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

57%

Overcast

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

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

Hourly Forecast · Estimated

20:00–07:00 · Europe/Helsinki
06
06:00 — 0%
07:00 — 0%
08:00 — 0%
09:00 — 0%
10:00 — 0%
11:00 — 0%
12
12:00 — 0%
13:00 — 0%
14:00 — 0%
15:00 — 0%
16:00 — 0%
17:00 — 6%
18
18:00 — 6%
19:00 — 6%
20:00 — 6%
21:00 — 6%
22:00 — 6%
23:00 — 6%
00
00:00 — 6%
01:00 — 6%
02:00 — 6%
03:00 — 6%
04:00 — 0%
05:00 — 0%
06:00 UTC12:00 UTC18:00 UTC00:00 UTC05:00 UTC
Time (UTC)Estimated (%)
2026-10-13T06:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T07:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T08:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T09:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T10:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-13T11:00:00.000Z0%
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%
2026-10-13T17:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-13T18:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-13T19:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-13T20:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-13T21:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-13T22:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-13T23:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-14T01:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-14T02:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-14T03:00:00.000Z6%
2026-10-14T04:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-14T05:00:00.000Z0%
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 2026-10-13T05:30:29.637Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-13T03:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-13T03:50:21.32+00:00. Overall model: estimated.

Window: 20:00–07:00 (Europe/Helsinki). 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 Ruka

Ruka, Finland, is at 66.2°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 63.2°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 Ruka 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 Ruka tonight?
Aurora visibility in Ruka depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 66.2°N latitude, Ruka 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 Ruka?
The best time to see aurora in Ruka 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 Ruka?
For the best aurora viewing in Ruka, 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 Ruka?
Ruka is at 66.2°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 Ruka, Finland a good place to see northern lights?
Yes! Ruka is one of the best locations in the world for aurora viewing. Located at 66.2°N, it sits within the auroral zone where northern lights are frequently visible during active periods.

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