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Aurora Forecast for
Punta del Este Tonight

Real-time northern lights conditions for Punta del Este, Maldonado, Uruguay. Latitude 35°S · Magnetic latitude 25°S

Quick Summary:Tonight’s Southern Lights forecast for Punta del Este shows a 5% visibility chance based on the Kp 2.67 geomagnetic forecast. Clear sky is still required, with current cloud cover estimated at 66%. The best viewing window is 23:00 to 01:00. Low aurora probability in Punta del Este tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

Aurora Probability

5%

Low Likelihood

Chance of visible aurora tonight

Best Time

23:00

– 01:00

Optimal viewing window

Kp Index

2.67

Low

Planetary geomagnetic activity

Cloud Cover

66%

Overcast

Current sky visibility

Aurora

Tonight's Verdict

Low aurora probability in Punta del Este tonight. Check back tomorrow for updated conditions.

🌔 Warning: Bright moonlight (96%) may reduce aurora visibility.

Hourly Forecast

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00:00 — 5%
01:00 — 5%
02:00 — 5%
03:00 — 5%
04:00 — 5%
05:00 — 5%
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06:00 — 5%
07:00 — 5%
08:00 — 5%
09:00 — 5%
10:00 — 5%
11:00 — 5%
12
12:00 — 5%
13:00 — 5%
14:00 — 5%
15:00 — 5%
16:00 — 5%
17:00 — 5%
18
18:00 — 5%
19:00 — 5%
20:00 — 5%
21:00 — 5%
22:00 — 5%
23:00 — 5%
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About Aurora Viewing in Punta del Este

Sitting at a latitude of 35°S, Punta del Este serves as a possible location for northern lights hunting. To see the aurora borealis from here, you'll generally need the Kp index to reach 6+. Head to a dark spot between 10 PM and 2 AM local time, and make sure the skies are clear.

Aurora Hunt provides real-time alerts, cloud cover maps, and aurora probability forecasts specifically for Punta del Este. Download the app to get notified when conditions are perfect for viewing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you see aurora in Punta del Este tonight?
Aurora visibility in Punta del Este depends on geomagnetic activity (Kp index), cloud cover, and darkness. At -35.0°N latitude, Punta del Este typically needs a Kp index of 6+ for visible aurora. Check the real-time forecast above for tonight's conditions.
What time is best to see northern lights in Punta del Este?
The best time to see aurora in Punta del Este 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 Punta del Este?
For the best aurora viewing in Punta del Este, 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 Punta del Este?
Punta del Este is at -35.0°N latitude and typically requires a Kp index of 6+ for visible aurora. Higher Kp values mean stronger geomagnetic storms and better aurora visibility, even at lower latitudes.
Is Punta del Este, Uruguay a good place to see northern lights?
Punta del Este can see aurora during strong geomagnetic storms. Located at -35.0°N, aurora is visible when Kp index reaches 6+ or higher.

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