Tonight's odds in Kirkenes are low: solar activity looks quiet tonight (Kp 0.7, below Kirkenes's usual Kp 1 threshold), and the sky outlook is overcast.
Right now, the planet-wide aurora activity is Kp 1.7 (latest NOAA observed reading). What's Kp?
Best time to see the aurora in Kirkenes
The best months in Kirkenes are October, November, December, February — long, dark nights plus the equinox activity boost, when the odds are genuinely worth booking around. Tonight is one data point; the next 7 nights below show how the window is trending. Plan ahead and book a tour for your dates.
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Aurora forecast for Kirkenes — the next 4 nights
| Night | Peak Kp | Cloud | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 7 AM | Kp 0.7 | 100% · overcast | 8 Low |
| Tue 4 PM | Kp 2.3 ✓ | 92% · overcast | 21 Low |
| Wed 4 PM | Kp 1.7 ✓ | 63% · mostly cloudy | 57 Good |
| Thu 4 PM | Kp 1.7 ✓ | 100% · overcast | 10 Low |
A ✓ means the forecast Kp clears Kirkenes's Kp 1 visibility threshold — but clear skies still decide the night.
Cloud outlook & dark hours
Cloud cover is the dealbreaker: a strong aurora under an overcast sky is a no-show. Tonight's dark-hours window in Kirkenes looks overcast (about 100% cloud on average). The aurora is best viewed away from town lights with a clear view toward the north.
Get out of town along the Pasvik valley road; the snow-hotel grounds offer dark skies and a warm bed steps away.
Northern lights tours & stays in Kirkenes
Aurora tours from Kirkenes typically run $89–$330 per person. A guided "chase" that drives to the clearest sky is often worth it when the local forecast is cloudy.
Northern lights tours from Kirkenes
Viator · guided tours · from $89
Aurora chases & photo tours in Kirkenes
GetYourGuide · guided tours · from $89
Cabins, lodges & glass igloos near Kirkenes
Booking.com · lodging