This app provides real-time aurora forecasts and alerts for Iceland. It uses science-backed data to predict viewing opportunities, offers an interactive map with community sightings, and includes a game to score aurora photos.
1.4.13
October 28, 2026
• Redesigned Tours tab: a photo for every tour, prices in 9 currencies, and tours that are easier to compare • Tonight's Outlook now shows tonight's Kp, not the current one • Quiet night near Reykjavík? Home now suggests evening plans that don't need a clear sky • Daytime ideas on Reykjavík tours: ice caves, the Golden Circle, whale watching • Sign-in and setup in all five languages • On cloudy nights, the forecast tip now blames the clouds, not the sun • Smoother scrolling in All Tours
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Sorry about that! Your phone is fine. Version 1.4.9 just had a bug that stopped the app opening on iPhones on exactly October 11. It’s fixed in 1.4.11, which is live now.
Yes, Aurora Iceland contains advertisements to support its development and operation. These ads are integrated into the user experience.
Aurora Iceland is free to use. While the core functionality is available at no cost, there are optional in-app purchases for additional features.
Aurora Iceland updates its aurora scores every 5 minutes, utilizing live data from NOAA satellites and other sources. The app was last updated on October 28, 2026, with version 1.4.13.
Aurora Iceland is supported on iPhones and iPods. It is designed for Apple mobile devices.
Aurora Iceland has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages.
Yes, Aurora Iceland works offline with cached data. This allows you to access forecasts and information even without an internet connection.
The Aurora Hunt Game allows you to earn points by photographing aurora. Points are awarded based on the rarity of colors captured, with bonuses for capturing multiple tiers in one night.
Aurora Iceland is built specifically for Iceland, featuring 137 detailed viewing spots with safety notes, parking details, and driving context. It maps the best aurora viewing locations across the entire country.
