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Akureyri Aurora Forecast

Iceland65.69°N, 18.13°W

Real-time aurora probability and cloud forecast for Akureyri, Iceland

North IcelandLess TouristyGeothermal
Best Season

September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April

Aurora Type

Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights)

Timezone

Atlantic/Reykjavik

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Akureyri Aurora Viewing Guide

Akureyri is the capital of North Iceland, offering a quieter aurora experience than Reykjavik. Goðafoss waterfall, Lake Mývatn's geothermal wonders, and less tourist traffic make it appealing for aurora hunters.

Best Time to Visit

September to April is aurora season. North Iceland can have different weather than the south - sometimes clearer when Reykjavik is cloudy.

Weather Conditions

Slightly colder than Reykjavik with temperatures from -5°C to 0°C. More continental climate means potentially clearer skies but colder conditions.

Viewing Tips

  • Goðafoss waterfall makes a spectacular aurora foreground
  • The geothermal areas around Mývatn offer unique aurora compositions
  • North Iceland often has different weather than the south - consider flying

Recommended Viewing Spots

Goðafoss Waterfall

The 'Waterfall of the Gods' is dramatic in any season. Aurora dancing over the frozen or flowing falls is unforgettable.

65.6833°N, 17.5500°W

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Lake Mývatn

Geothermal area with unique pseudocraters, lava formations, and the Mývatn Nature Baths. Steam adds atmosphere to aurora photos.

65.6000°N, 17.0000°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

Akureyri is further north (65.7°N vs 64.1°N) and often less cloudy when southwest Iceland has weather systems. It's also far less touristy. However, Reykjavik offers more tour options and backup activities.

Data provided by NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center and Open-Meteo