AuroraWatch UK · AuroraWatch UK
AuroraWatch UK is a free service offering alerts of when the aurora might be visible from the UK. It is run by scientists in the Space and Planetary Physics group at Lancaster University’s Department of Physics.
Aurora map · AuroraWatch UK - Lancaster University
We have collaborated with the Aurorasaurus citizen science project to bring real-time aurora reports to our aurora map. These reports will help you determine if the aurora is being seen from anywhere in the UK.
AuroraWatch UK alerts · AuroraWatch UK - Lancaster University
AuroraWatch UK takes geomagnetic activity measurements from the SAMNET and AuroraWatchNet magnetometers to automatically detect when it is likely that aurora can be seen from the UK. Our colour-coded system has four levels.
Data explanation · AuroraWatch UK - Lancaster University
AuroraWatch UK produces an hourly activity index to measure “geomagnetic activity” which we use to estimate the likelihood that aurora can be seen from the UK. The value for the current hour is updated every 3 minutes based on the available data.
AuroraWatch Shetland · AuroraWatch UK - Lancaster University
Red alert: strong aurora is likely Aurora is likely to be clearly visible by eye from Shetland. These alert meanings and levels may be tweaked based on user feedback.
Magnetometer status · AuroraWatch UK - Lancaster University
2015年8月18日 · Live activity and site status. Magnetometer status Live activity and site status
When will I be able to see the aurora? · AuroraWatch UK
You will not be able to see aurora during daylight hours. That being said, statistically, the best time to see an aurora is between 10pm and midnight (though sometimes the aurora can be seen throughout the night).
Where is the best place to see aurora? · AuroraWatch UK
Places with good chances of seeing the aurora include Canada, Alaska, Iceland, and the Scandanvian countries. Of course, you’ll need to get the time of year right as well. Summer in those places will likely mean almost 24 hours of daylight …
Faqs · AuroraWatch UK - Lancaster University
Why does AW UK issue alerts during the daytime? Why doesn't AW UK issue alerts in advance? aurora. Did I see an aurora? ... What is airglow? When will I be able to see the aurora? Where is the best place to see aurora? Which direction should I look? data. Can I link to the AuroraWatch site, or embed images from your site into my webpages? Does ...
Aurora photography · AuroraWatch UK - Lancaster University
On our blog, we have compiled a few top tips on how to photograph the aurora and how to determine if you’ve actually captured the aurora in a photo.