Reykjavík vs Fairbanks
Aurora forecast comparison — updated hourly
Tonight's Verdict
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Reykjavík
Peak: Sep–Mar
Skip it
Maybe
Book it
🚫 Not tonight — too cloudy
Kp tonight4.0
Clouds (ECMWF)80%
Aurora probability2%
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Fairbanks
Peak: Sep–Mar
Skip it
Maybe
Book it
✅ Great night — book it!
Kp tonight4.0
Clouds (ECMWF)2%
Aurora probability3%
Head-to-Head
Highlighted cell = better value for aurora viewing
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Which should I choose?
Reykjavík vs Fairbanks — Which should I choose?
Both cities require Kp 1+ to see aurora overhead, placing them at a similar position relative to the auroral oval. Tonight Fairbanks has the clearer sky at 2% cloud cover versus 80% for the other city. Reykjavík: Iceland's capital — combine northern lights with Golden Circle tours. Fairbanks: Directly under the auroral oval — one of Earth's top aurora hot spots.