Moderate Activity 🌒 14% Updated live

Aurora Forecast for
Billingstad Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Billingstad, Akershus, Norway. Latitude 59.9°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 56.8°N.

Quick Summary: The estimated northern lights outlook for Billingstad peaks at 1% over the next 24 hours. Viewing window: 20:00–02:00 (Europe/Oslo).

Aurora forecast

1%

Estimated

Highest estimate · next 24 hours

Viewing window

20:00

– 02:00

Europe/Oslo

Kp index

3.67

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

84%

Overcast

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

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

Hourly Forecast · Estimated

20:00–02:00 · Europe/Oslo
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00:00 — 1%
01:00 — 1%
02:00 — 1%
03:00 — 1%
04:00 — 1%
05:00 — 0%
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 — 0%
18
18:00 — 1%
19:00 — 1%
20:00 — 1%
21:00 — 1%
22:00 — 1%
23:00 — 1%
00:00 UTC06:00 UTC12:00 UTC18:00 UTC23:00 UTC
Time (UTC)Estimated (%)
2026-10-15T00:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T01:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T02:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T03:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T04:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T05:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T06:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T07:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T08:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T09:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T10:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T11:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T12:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T13:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T14:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T15:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T16:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T17:00:00.000Z0%
2026-10-15T18:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T19:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T20:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T21:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T22:00:00.000Z1%
2026-10-15T23:00:00.000Z1%
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 2026-10-14T23:20:28.615Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-14T21:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-14T23:00:15.985+00:00. Overall model: estimated.

Window: 20:00–02:00 (Europe/Oslo). 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 Billingstad

Billingstad, Norway, is at 59.9°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 56.8°N; Kp 5–7 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 Billingstad 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 Billingstad tonight?
Aurora visibility in Billingstad depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 59.9°N latitude, Billingstad typically needs a Kp index of 5–7 for visible aurora. Check the real-time forecast above for tonight's conditions.
What time is best to see northern lights in Billingstad?
The best time to see aurora in Billingstad 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 Billingstad?
For the best aurora viewing in Billingstad, 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 Billingstad?
Billingstad is at 59.9°N latitude and typically requires a Kp index of 5–7 for visible aurora. Higher Kp values mean stronger geomagnetic storms and better aurora visibility, even at lower latitudes.
Is Billingstad, Norway a good place to see northern lights?
Billingstad is a great location for aurora viewing. Located at 59.9°N, it sits within the auroral zone where northern lights are frequently visible during active periods.

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