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Thursday 29 October in Drammen, 17:32
Northern lights in Buskerud
Tonight's aurora chance in all 18 municipalities in Buskerud, with the Kp forecast, cloud cover and darkness.
Tonight in the largest municipalities in Buskerud
Tonight's Kp forecast is 2.3. The aurora can show where it is above the place's threshold ("Visible from"). The chance is for the two best dark hours tonight, with the cloud cover then.
| Municipality | Chance | Best at | Cloud | Dark | Visible from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drammen | Low | 23–01 | 8 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Ringerike | Low | 23–01 | 5 % | 12 h | Kp 5.5 |
| Kongsberg | Low | 23–01 | 5 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Lier | Low | 23–01 | 9 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Øvre Eiker | Low | 23–01 | 5 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Modum | Low | 23–01 | 5 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Hole | Low | 23–01 | 10 % | 12 h | Kp 5.5 |
| Ål | Low | 23–01 | 17 % | 12 h | Kp 5.5 |
| Gol | Low | 23–01 | 9 % | 12 h | Kp 5.5 |
| Hol | Low | 23–01 | 45 % | 12 h | Kp 5.5 |
Questions about the northern lights in Buskerud
Can I see the northern lights in Buskerud tonight?
Tonight 0 of the 18 municipalities in Buskerud have a high chance. It looks best in Gol, with 9 % cloud cover. The chance comes from the Kp forecast, cloud cover and the hours of darkness.
Where in Buskerud is it best to see the northern lights?
The closer to the aurora oval, the lower the Kp you need. Hemsedal has the lowest threshold in the county: the aurora can show there from about Kp 5. Pick a spot with little light and a clear view to the north.
Which Kp is needed for the northern lights in Buskerud?
About Kp 5–6 in Buskerud, depending on where you are. It is a rule of thumb; a strong aurora can be seen further south than it says.