¿Cómo se interpreta la predicción de auroras?
El servicio islandés de meteorología mide la actividad solar. Esto, combinado con la evolución de las nubes, nos ayuda a saber dónde hay posibilidades de ver las auroras.
Utiliza la barra situada debajo del gráfico para modificar la fecha y la hora.
Recuerda que las predicciones cambian con frecuencia y que solo son fiables a partir de las 18h del día en curso, aunque ver auroras nunca está garantizado.
Cobertura de nubes
La norma básica: Cielos no despejados = Imposible ver auroras.
Existen diferentes tipos de nubes que afectan de manera distinta.
Utiliza las pestañas situadas encima del gráfico para seleccionar diferentes tipos de nubes.
Las nubes altas no suelen presentar problemas en Islandia. Nuestra principal preocupación son las nubes medias y bajas. Debemos buscar zonas despejadas (en blanco) en el mapa.
Actividad solar
La escala de 0 a 9 situada a la derecha es una manera sencilla de saber qué probabilidades hay de ver auroras.
0-2: Bajo, poca actividad. Las auroras que puedas ver parecerán más bien nubes.
2-3: Moderado, pero con altas probabilidades de ver auroras. Esta es la actividad solar habitual. ¡Sal a por ellas!
4-6: ¡Bravo! Se acerca una tormenta solar, ¡no pierdas esta oportunidad y sal a cazar auroras!
7-9: Extremadamente alto e inusual. Es posible que tus familiares y amigos también puedan verlas desde casa.
Leirvogur – Observatorio magnético
El observatorio magnético Leirvogur mide las alteraciones magnéticas en Islandia. Cuando las líneas se mueven es porque los vientos solares están sacudiendo el campo magnético terrestre, lo cual suele conllevar actividad auroral. Haz clic en la imagen para verlo en tiempo real.
Predicción meteorológica espacial – Space Weather Prediction Center
¡Déjate guiar en un tour de auroras!
Si quieres disfrutar de una experiencia de auroras completa, te recomendamos que vayas con un tour guiado. Te ahorrarás tiempo y preocupaciones, ya que los guías conocen las condiciones tanto meteorológicas como de actividad solar, y estarás rodeado de gente en busca de la misma aventura. Podemos recomendar cualquiera de las compañías indicadas más abajo, ya que seleccionamos cuidadosamente a nuestros colaboradores y podemos confiar plenamente en su profesionalidad.
Northern Lights in Iceland in March & April: Why Spring Is an Underrated Aurora Season
Most travelers assume winter is the only serious northern lights season in Iceland.
In reality, March and early April can be one of the smartest times to hunt the aurora.
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If you are considering visiting Iceland in April, here is everything you need to know – from weather conditions and Easter traditions to why this is still a great time to chase the aurora.
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Winter in Iceland is a season of extremes: dramatic landscapes, long nights, and the possibility of witnessing one of nature’s most spectacular phenomena. While unforgettable, winter travel also requires preparation. This guide covers winter road conditions, what to wear, limited daylight, and how to improve your chances of seeing the Northern Lights.
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Solar stream forecast
The model shows the solar stream from the Sun alongside its 27-day rotation. The earth is the yellow dot.