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Northern Lights Forecast for Abisko
Abisko, Sweden
68°20′58.2″N ⋅ 18°48′54.7″E
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Aurora activity is expected to be high between 12 AM and 1 AM in Abisko tomorrow night. It does not get fully dark, so viewing conditions are poor even if aurora activity increases. Cloud cover around that time looks overcast at around 95%. There may be good aurora activity overhead, but thick cloud could block the view.
Aurora activity is expected to be high between 12 AM and 1 AM in Abisko tomorrow night. It does not get fully dark, so viewing conditions are poor even if aurora activity increases. Cloud cover around that time looks overcast at around 95%. There may be good aurora activity overhead, but thick cloud could block the view.
Aurora Forecast for Abisko
Today at 8:00 PM
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Cloud Cover:94%
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Hourly aurora forecast for Abisko
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3-Night Weather Forecast for Abisko
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Tomorrow night
Jul 10 - Jul 11
- 14 °C90 percent cloud cover
- 12 °C87 percent cloud cover
- 12 °C99 percent cloud cover
Saturday night
Jul 11 - Jul 12
- 12 °C
55 percent cloud cover - 9 °C75 percent cloud cover
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— Midnight Sun – it never gets fully dark
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30% illumination
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Long-Term Aurora Forecast for Abisko
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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Thursday, July 9, 2026. Today. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 5 out of 10. Last quarter, 32% illumination | Friday, July 10, 2026. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 5 out of 10. Waning crescent, 21% illumination | Saturday, July 11, 2026. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 5 out of 10. Waning crescent, 12% illumination | Sunday, July 12, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 4 out of 10. Waning crescent, 6% illumination | |||
Monday, July 13, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 4 out of 10. New moon, 1% illumination | Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. New moon, 0% illumination | Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. New moon, 2% illumination | Thursday, July 16, 2026. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 4 out of 10. Waxing crescent, 6% illumination | Friday, July 17, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 4 out of 10. Waxing crescent, 13% illumination | Saturday, July 18, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Waxing crescent, 21% illumination | Sunday, July 19, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Waxing crescent, 31% illumination |
Monday, July 20, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. First quarter, 41% illumination | Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. First quarter, 51% illumination | Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 5 out of 10. First quarter, 60% illumination | Thursday, July 23, 2026. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 5 out of 10. Waxing gibbous, 69% illumination | Friday, July 24, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 4 out of 10. Waxing gibbous, 78% illumination | Saturday, July 25, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 4 out of 10. Waxing gibbous, 85% illumination | Sunday, July 26, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Waxing gibbous, 91% illumination |
Monday, July 27, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Waxing gibbous, 96% illumination | Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Full moon, 99% illumination | Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Full moon, 100% illumination | Thursday, July 30, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Full moon, 99% illumination | Friday, July 31, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Full moon, 97% illumination | Saturday, August 1, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Waning gibbous, 92% illumination | Sunday, August 2, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Waning gibbous, 85% illumination |
Monday, August 3, 2026. Low aurora activity. Aurora score 2 out of 10. Waning gibbous, 77% illumination | Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 5 out of 10. Last quarter, 67% illumination | Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Moderate aurora activity. Aurora score 5 out of 10. Last quarter, 57% illumination |
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Northern Lights in Abisko
Abisko is one of the best-known northern lights destinations in Sweden. The village sits beside Lake Torneträsk and Abisko National Park, with a wide-open setting that naturally suits sky watching. Many travellers choose Abisko because it is simple, scenic and has a strong reputation for clear breaks compared with wetter coastal areas farther west.
Where to watch the northern lights in Abisko
You do not need to go far in Abisko. The open areas near Abisko Turiststation and the lakeshore already give you broad views of the sky, which is one reason the village is so popular with first-time aurora travellers. If you want a more structured evening, the Aurora Sky Station on Nuolja is the best-known local option when it is operating.
What else to do in Abisko
Abisko also works well without a car. The train stops at Abisko Turiststation, and you have easy access to winter trails, the national park and the start of the Kungsleden. That makes it one of the simplest places in Swedish Lapland to build around a short aurora-focused trip.
FAQ
Can I see the northern lights in Abisko without a car?
Yes. Abisko is one of the simpler northern lights destinations to do by train, and many visitors stay near Abisko Turiststation and join local tours from there.
Where should I watch the northern lights in Abisko?
The lakeside and open ground near Abisko Turiststation are the usual starting points. If you want a more structured outing, the Aurora Sky Station is the best-known local option when it is operating.
Why is Abisko so popular for northern lights trips?
Abisko is popular because it is easy to reach, easy to do without a car and well known for its broad sky views and reliable reputation as an aurora travel destination.
What Kp index do I need to see the northern lights in Abisko?
In Abisko, even quiet geomagnetic conditions can be enough for aurora overhead.
This is based on magnetic latitude, and Kp index is a global geomagnetic index, so treat it as a rule of thumb, not a location-specific guarantee.
Tonight, the NOAA Kp index forecast is 2.7 to 3.8. You should have a good chance of seeing the aurora if the sky is clear.