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Best Aurora Nowcast Apps

215+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated July 2026

Finding the right aurora nowcast apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 215+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Aurora Nowcast Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1My Aurora Forecast & AlertsMy Aurora Forecast & AlertsFree4.7★ (69K)YesNoAug 2026
2Aurora NowcastAurora NowcastFree—NoNoMay 2026
3Aurora Forecast.Aurora Forecast.Free4.6★ (4.8K)NoYesAug 2026
4Aurora Now - Northern LightsAurora Now - Northern LightsFree4.7★ (1.6K)NoYesAug 2026
5My Aurora Forecast ProMy Aurora Forecast Pro$3.994.8★ (2.9K)NoYesAug 2026
6Hello Aurora: Forecast & AlertHello Aurora: Forecast & AlertFree4.4★ (109)NoYesAug 2026
7AuroraWatch UK Aurora AlertsAuroraWatch UK Aurora AlertsFree4.8★ (351)NoNoAug 2026
8Step's Aurora GuideStep's Aurora GuideFree4.6★ (102)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Aurora Nowcast

My Aurora Forecast & Alerts#1

My Aurora Forecast & Alerts by JRustonApps B.V.

Northern Lights & Borealis
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(69K ratings)
FreeAds
#43in Weather
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Track the Northern Lights with real-time KP index, global aurora maps, and detailed forecasts. Get free push notifications for high activity and discover the best viewing locations worldwide. Plan your aurora adventures with tour information and live webcams.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate forecasts
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Helpful notifications
  • 🌟 Useful features (maps, cloud cover, etc.)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate or inconsistent forecasts
  • 🗺️ Issues with location/map functionality
  • 💤 Notifications not always timely
Aurora Forecast.#3

Aurora Forecast. by TINAC Inc.

Northern Lights & Aurora Alert
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6😐(4.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app acts as an intelligent guide for aurora hunting, leveraging AI and local weather data to provide personalized "Go/No-Go" verdicts. It offers real-time updates, interactive maps, and customizable notifications to help you find the Northern Lights.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Excellent app with nice graphs
  • 🌟 Accurate with current solar activity and short-term forecast
  • 🌟 Fantastic amount of information about the sun and aurora
  • 🌟 Alerts help plan for aurora viewing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes or freezes
  • ⚠️ Inaccurate forecasts and predictions
  • ⚠️ Notifications not working as expected

More Aurora Nowcast apps to explore

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Aurora Now - Northern Lights
Aurora Now - Northern Lights
Aurora Now - Northern Lights
Aurora alerts and forecast
Free

This app provides real-time aurora forecasts and customizable alerts to help you witness the Northern Lights. It offers live solar data, interactive graphs, and location-based predictions for optimal viewing opportunities.

Local aurora forecastCustomizable aurora alertsLive solar data
☀️ Weather
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
5
My Aurora Forecast Pro
My Aurora Forecast Pro
My Aurora Forecast Pro
Northern Lights Alerts & Map
$3.99

Get real-time Northern Lights alerts and forecasts. This app provides the current KP index, best viewing locations, and a global aurora map. Plan your aurora viewing with hourly, multi-day, and weekly predictions, plus access live webcams and tour information.

Real-time KP indexBest viewing locationsGlobal aurora map
☀️ Weather
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Hello Aurora: Forecast & Alert
Hello Aurora: Forecast & Alert
Hello Aurora: Forecast & Alert
Live Northern Lights Tracker
Free

Track and forecast the Northern Lights with real-time updates and community-shared sightings. Receive instant alerts for aurora activity and view a live map of current displays. Connect with other aurora enthusiasts and share your experiences.

Real-time aurora forecastInstant aurora alertsLive Northern Lights map
☀️ Weather
(109)
free with in-app purchases
7
AuroraWatch UK Aurora Alerts
AuroraWatch UK Aurora Alerts
AuroraWatch UK Aurora Alerts
Aurora Borealis Alerts
Free

Get real-time alerts for potential aurora borealis sightings across the UK. Monitor geomagnetic activity, check aurora likelihood, and view live data including cloud cover and a cliff cam. Configure alerts to your preference and access information quickly via widgets and watch complications.

Real-time aurora sighting alertsGeomagnetic activity monitoringAurora likelihood indicator
☀️ Weather
(351)
free
8
Step's Aurora Guide
Step's Aurora Guide
Step's Aurora Guide
Aurora Forecast & Alerts
Free

This app provides aurora forecasts, alerts, and expert photography advice. It helps users plan and capture stunning aurora images with real-time data, geomagnetic forecasts, and personalized guidance.

27-day geomagnetic activity forecastMoon phase and darkness alignmentReal-time aurora probability
☀️ Weather
(102)
free with in-app purchases
9
Aurora Forecast & Alerts
Aurora Forecast & Alerts
Aurora Forecast & Alerts
Northern Lights Forecast Alert
Free

Track and predict the Northern Lights with detailed forecasts and customizable alerts. Explore interactive maps, view solar wind data, and access educational resources to enhance your aurora viewing experience.

Interactive Aurora Forecast MapCustomizable Kp Index Push NotificationsSolar Wind, Density, Bz, Bt Data
☀️ Weather
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Aurora Forecast 3D
Aurora Forecast 3D
Aurora Forecast 3D
Locate the aurora borealis now
Free

Visualize Earth in 3D and track the aurora borealis with real-time data and forecasts up to three days ahead. Includes an aurora compass, star maps, and satellite tracking.

3D Earth visualizationReal-time aurora oval trackingUp to 3-day aurora forecasts
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
11
Northern Light Aurora Forecast
Northern Light Aurora Forecast
Northern Light Aurora Forecast
Aurora Forecast and Alerts
Free

This app monitors real-time auroral activity and sends alerts when the Northern Lights may be visible. It provides short-term and long-term forecasts, weather conditions, and solar wind data to help you plan your viewing experience.

Real-time auroral activity monitoringPush alerts for potential aurora visibilityShort-term (1 hour) and long-term (3 days, 27 days) forecasts
☀️ Weather
(209)
free with in-app purchases
12
Auroras Forecast & Alerts
Auroras Forecast & Alerts
Auroras Forecast & Alerts
Northern Lights Tracker
Free

This app provides real-time aurora forecasting with detailed solar-wind data, magnetic conditions, and cloud cover. It offers location-based visibility predictions and long-term forecasts to help users decide the best times to view the Northern Lights.

Live minute-by-minute visibility forecastDSCOVR Earth-Arrival solar-wind dataSmart likelihood by latitude
☀️ Weather
(0)
free with in-app purchases
13
Aurora Forecast - Borealis Map
Aurora Forecast - Borealis Map
Aurora Forecast - Borealis Map
Northern Lights Tracker App
Free

Track the Northern Lights with real-time forecasts and smart alerts. Get detailed information on aurora activity, KP index, and visibility for your location, helping you plan the perfect viewing experience.

Real-time aurora forecastsLocation-based predictionsKP index and cloud cover data
☀️ Weather
(71)
free with in-app purchases
14
Aurora Forecast Map – AuroraMe
Aurora Forecast Map – AuroraMe
Aurora Forecast Map – AuroraMe
Northern Lights Tracker Alerts
Free

Track the Northern Lights with confidence using real-time space weather, cloud coverage, and local darkness data. Get personalized forecasts and smart alerts for optimal viewing conditions worldwide.

3D globe aurora mapReal-time aurora activity heatmapPrecise probability forecasts (0-100%)
☀️ Weather
(162)
free with in-app purchases
15
IRF Aurora Alert
IRF Aurora Alert
IRF Aurora Alert
Aurora notifications in Kiruna
Free

Receive timely notifications when the aurora borealis is visible near Kiruna, Sweden. This app helps you predict and experience the northern lights by alerting you to optimal viewing conditions.

Aurora visibility notificationsOptimized for Kiruna, SwedenPredicts aurora viewing conditions
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free
16
AuroraCast - Aurora Forecast
AuroraCast - Aurora Forecast
AuroraCast - Aurora Forecast
Aurora Borealis Forecast App
Free

This app provides detailed aurora forecasts, including KP index, magnetic field data, and cloud cover maps. It also features live webcams, light pollution maps, and customizable alerts to help you find and view the Northern and Southern Lights.

KP & Magnetic Field InfoAurora Forecast GraphsLive Aurora Maps
☀️ Weather
(3)
free with in-app purchases
17
Arcticans Aurora Forecast
Arcticans Aurora Forecast
Arcticans Aurora Forecast
Your aurora forecast buddy!
$4.99

This app helps you track and predict the Northern Lights. It provides detailed solar wind data, webcams, and push notifications for aurora alerts, maximizing your chances of seeing the aurora borealis.

Aurora forecast and alertsCustomizable location selectionSolar wind data visualization
☀️ Weather
(11)
paid
18
Easy Aurora: Forecast & Alerts
Easy Aurora: Forecast & Alerts
Easy Aurora: Forecast & Alerts
Map, Forecast and Alerts
Free

Track and predict aurora activity with an interactive map, global webcams, and detailed forecasts. Get real-time solar wind data and sun activity updates. Pro features include directional compass and customizable alerts.

Interactive aurora and cloud coverage mapGlobal aurora webcams24-hour cloud and Kp-index forecasts
☀️ Weather
(8)
freemium
19
Aurora Forecast
Aurora Forecast
Aurora Forecast
Northern Lights, Borealis Info
Free

Track the Northern Lights with real-time predictions and detailed aurora information. This user-friendly application provides accurate forecasts based on advanced satellite data, making it ideal for aurora enthusiasts and photographers.

Real-time aurora predictionsAdvanced satellite dataUser-friendly design
☀️ Weather
(10)
free
20
Aurora Alerts & Forecast
Aurora Alerts & Forecast
Aurora Alerts & Forecast
Northern Light, Borealis Alert
Free

This app provides real-time aurora forecasts and alerts, using your location to offer local visibility ratings. It analyzes weather data and aurora scores to predict the best times and places to see the Northern Lights.

Real-time KP index and aurora likelihoodBest viewing locations listGlobal aurora strength map
☀️ Weather
(118)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Aurora Nowcast

What are the best aurora nowcast apps for iPhone?
My Aurora Forecast & Alerts tops our aurora nowcast apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 69K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top aurora nowcast apps we rank are free to download, including My Aurora Forecast & Alerts and Aurora Nowcast.
My Aurora Forecast & Alerts shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 215+ aurora nowcast apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
My Aurora Forecast helps you track and predict the Northern Lights. It provides the current KP index, shows how likely you are to see the aurora borealis globally, and offers detailed forecasts for the next hour, several hours, and weeks ahead.
Key features include real-time KP index, a global aurora forecast map, a list of the best viewing locations, free push notifications for high auroral activity, multi-period forecasts, solar wind statistics, sun imagery, and live aurora webcams from around the world.