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Aurora Forecast for
Sfântu Gheorghe Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Sfântu Gheorghe, Covasna, Romania. Latitude 45.9°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 41.2°N.

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

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Europe/Bucharest

Kp index

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Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

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Current sky visibility

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Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Sfântu Gheorghe 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 2026-10-12T23:44:35.437Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-12T21:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-12T22:35:25.236+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 Sfântu Gheorghe

Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania, is at 45.9°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 41.2°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 Sfântu Gheorghe 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 Sfântu Gheorghe tonight?
Aurora visibility in Sfântu Gheorghe depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 45.9°N latitude, Sfântu Gheorghe 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 Sfântu Gheorghe?
The best time to see aurora in Sfântu Gheorghe 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 Sfântu Gheorghe?
For the best aurora viewing in Sfântu Gheorghe, 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 Sfântu Gheorghe?
Sfântu Gheorghe is at 45.9°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 Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania a good place to see northern lights?
Sfântu Gheorghe can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at 45.9°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 7–9 or higher.

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