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Thursday 29 October in Sandefjord, 17:35
Northern lights in Vestfold
Tonight's aurora chance in all 6 municipalities in Vestfold, with the Kp forecast, cloud cover and darkness.
Tonight in the largest municipalities in Vestfold
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandefjord | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Tønsberg | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Larvik | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Horten | Low | 23–01 | 1 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Færder | Low | 23–01 | 0 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
| Holmestrand | Low | 23–01 | 1 % | 12 h | Kp 6 |
The northern lights in all 6 municipalities in Vestfold
The dot shows tonight's chance. Every municipality has a seven-night forecast, darkness and cloud cover.
Questions about the northern lights in Vestfold
Can I see the northern lights in Vestfold tonight?
Tonight 0 of the 6 municipalities in Vestfold have a high chance. It looks best in Holmestrand, with 1 % cloud cover. The chance comes from the Kp forecast, cloud cover and the hours of darkness.
Where in Vestfold is it best to see the northern lights?
The closer to the aurora oval, the lower the Kp you need. Holmestrand has the lowest threshold in the county: the aurora can show there from about Kp 6. Pick a spot with little light and a clear view to the north.
Which Kp is needed for the northern lights in Vestfold?
About Kp 6 in Vestfold, depending on where you are. It is a rule of thumb; a strong aurora can be seen further south than it says.