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Aurora Forecast for
Alba Iulia Tonight

Name: Northern Lights Forecast for Alba Iulia Tonight | Aurora Hunt
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Current northern lights conditions for Alba Iulia, Alba, Romania. Latitude 46.1°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 41.3°N.

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

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Europe/Bucharest

Kp index

4

Moderate

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Current sky visibility

Tonight's Verdict

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

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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 2026-10-12T22:51:27.084Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-12T21:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-12T22:35:24.468+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 Alba Iulia

Alba Iulia, Romania, is at 46.1°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 41.3°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 Alba Iulia 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 Alba Iulia tonight?

Aurora visibility in Alba Iulia depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 46.1°N latitude, Alba Iulia 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 Alba Iulia?

The best time to see aurora in Alba Iulia 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 Alba Iulia?

For the best aurora viewing in Alba Iulia, 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 Alba Iulia?

Alba Iulia is at 46.1°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 Alba Iulia, Romania a good place to see northern lights?

Alba Iulia can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at 46.1°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 7–9 or higher.

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