Pronóstico de aurora en Illinois

Yes! Illinois has 87 locations where you can watch the aurora. Viewing depends on geomagnetic activity and weather; typically, a Kp index of 6+ or higher is needed.

The best places to view the aurora in Illinois are locations away from city lights with a clear, unobstructed view toward the nearest magnetic pole. We track 87 specific spots in this region.

The aurora season in Illinois generally runs during the local winter months when nights are longer and darker.

Based on an average magnetic latitude of 46.7° in Illinois, you will typically need a Kp index of 6+ or greater to see the aurora.

La nubosidad, la luz de la Luna, la contaminación lumínica y un horizonte despejado importan tanto como el índice Kp. Aurora Hunt compara 87 lugares en Illinois para ayudarte a encontrar ventanas de cielo claro.