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Aurora Forecast for
Maple Valley Tonight

Current northern lights conditions for Maple Valley, Washington, United States. Latitude 47.4°N · AACGM-v2 magnetic latitude 52.3°N.

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

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America/Los_Angeles

Kp index

3.33

Moderate

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud cover

46%

Partly cloudy

Current sky visibility

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Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Maple Valley 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 2026-10-14T18:26:07.911Z. Kp: fresh · observation 2026-10-14T18:00:00.000Z. Cloud: fresh · cache refresh 2026-10-14T18:15:13.321+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 Maple Valley

Maple Valley, United States, is at 47.4°N. Aurora visibility depends on local conditions as well as geomagnetic activity. Its verified magnetic latitude is 52.3°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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you see aurora in Maple Valley tonight?
Aurora visibility in Maple Valley depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At 47.4°N latitude, Maple Valley 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 Maple Valley?
The best time to see aurora in Maple Valley 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 Maple Valley?
For the best aurora viewing in Maple Valley, 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 Maple Valley?
Maple Valley is at 47.4°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 Maple Valley, United States a good place to see northern lights?
Maple Valley can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at 47.4°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 5–7 or higher.

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