How to Chase the Aurora: What Data to Look for Before You Head Out

Space Weather Facts & Forecast

20-04-2024 • 10 mins

In this episode I break down by latitude what Kp and other data to watch for when going aurora chasing in the Northern Hemisphere. It can seem an endless sea of confusing data values relating to the aurora, but you can quickly learn what to look for to decide whether the aurora might be visible from your location. spaceweatherlive.com is a great site to check with all the info you need in a user-friendly view.

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