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Thursday 29 October in Skien, 17:37
Northern lights in Telemark
Tonight's aurora chance in all 17 municipalities in Telemark, with the Kp forecast, cloud cover and darkness.
Tonight in the largest municipalities in Telemark
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skien | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Porsgrunn | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Bamble | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Notodden | Low | 23–01 | 3 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Midt-Telemark | Low | 23–01 | 1 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Kragerø | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Nome | Low | 23–01 | 1 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Tinn | Low | 23–01 | 10 % | 12 h | Kp 5.5 |
| Drangedal | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Vinje | Low | 22–00 | 8 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
Questions about the northern lights in Telemark
Can I see the northern lights in Telemark tonight?
Tonight 0 of the 17 municipalities in Telemark have a high chance. It looks best in Tinn, with 10 % cloud cover. The chance comes from the Kp forecast, cloud cover and the hours of darkness.
Where in Telemark is it best to see the northern lights?
The closer to the aurora oval, the lower the Kp you need. Tinn has the lowest threshold in the county: the aurora can show there from about Kp 5.5. Pick a spot with little light and a clear view to the north.
Which Kp is needed for the northern lights in Telemark?
About Kp 5.5–6 in Telemark, depending on where you are. It is a rule of thumb; a strong aurora can be seen further south than it says.