Low Activity 🌔 97% Updated live

Aurora Forecast for
Breda Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Breda, North Brabant, Netherlands. Latitude 51.6°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 47.2°N.

Quick Summary: The estimated northern lights outlook for Breda peaks at 0% over the next 24 hours. No suitable viewing window.

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Europe/Amsterdam

Kp index

1

Low

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

95%

Overcast

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

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

🌔 Warning: Bright moonlight (97%) may reduce aurora visibility.

Hourly Forecast · Estimated

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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 2026-10-24T12:58:01.325Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-24T12:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-24T11:40:43.988+00:00. Overall model: estimated.

Window: No suitable viewing window. 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 Breda

Breda, Netherlands, is at 51.6°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 47.2°N; Kp 7–9 is an approximate screening range, not a visibility probability. Sightings at this latitude are unusual and should not be expected on a typical night. Find a dark, open northern horizon and check the sky before travelling.

Follow forecasts, cloud maps and aurora alerts for Breda 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 Breda tonight?
Aurora visibility in Breda depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 51.6°N latitude, Breda typically needs a Kp index of 7–9 for visible aurora. Check the real-time forecast above for tonight's conditions.
What time is best to see northern lights in Breda?
The best time to see aurora in Breda 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 Breda?
For the best aurora viewing in Breda, 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 Breda?
Breda is at 51.6°N latitude and typically requires a Kp index of 7–9 for visible aurora. Higher Kp values mean stronger geomagnetic storms and better aurora visibility, even at lower latitudes.
Is Breda, Netherlands a good place to see northern lights?
Breda can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at 51.6°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 7–9 or higher.

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