Iceland northern lights forecast for November 8, 2026: Kp 5.0

AuroraMe’s dated forecast points to a Kp 5.0 geomagnetic slot at 21:00 GMT on November 8, 2026. Húsavík, Akureyri and Höfn are listed for that window, but clouds can block the view.

By AuroraMe Space Weather Desk Published Nov 6, 2026, 23:55 CET/CEST Updated Nov 8, 2026, 00:15 CET/CEST
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For November 8, 2026, the forecast reports Kp 5.0 and a 21:00 GMT slot; check the live city forecast because clouds can block the view.

Kp peak 5.0 Storm-level activity
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City forecast

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Húsavík Nov 8, 21:00 GMT
Akureyri Nov 8, 21:00 GMT
Höfn Nov 8, 21:00 GMT
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AuroraMe combines Kp 5.0 with local cloud and visibility factors to provide city-level forecasts.

Plan around the 21:00 GMT forecast slot

For November 8, 2026, the reported peak is Kp 5.0 at 21:00 GMT. Húsavík, Akureyri and Höfn are each listed for that time, providing a starting point for local planning.

Treat the slot as planning guidance, not a promise of visibility or a full viewing interval. Clouds can block the view, so check the live city forecast and local conditions before choosing where to go.

What to do

  1. Plan around November 8, 21:00 GMT.
  2. Compare Húsavík, Akureyri and Höfn in the live city forecast.
  3. Keep the route flexible because clouds can block the view.

Sources and live checks

This dated forecast combines the AuroraMe 72-hour city forecast, NOAA SWPC Kp data and local visibility factors. NOAA’s predicted Kp at 21:00 UTC is 4.67, rounded to 5.0 here. OVATION is used only for a current short-term live check.