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Hello Aurora: Northern Lights

Hello Aurora: Northern Lights

Android Weather Jérémy Barbet
3.8 Popularity

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Updated
September 16, 2025
Category
Age Rating
Everyone
Android
Android 9++
Package Name
com.helloaurora

So here's my honest take on Hello Aurora: Northern Lights. I've tested a bunch of weather and nature apps, and this one's pretty solid. The real-time forecasting and alerts are super useful, and I like that you can see what other people are seeing around the world. It's not the most beginner-friendly app out there, but once you get the hang of it, it's a great tool for aurora chasers. Definitely better than just relying on basic weather reports.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of real-time data and alerts to help you spot the northern lights
  • Cool interactive map shows reported sightings from the community
  • Seems pretty accurate based on my experiences
  • Free to use, no need to pay for the main features

Cons

  • Can be a bit overwhelming at first with all the info and settings
  • Notifications sometimes don't work as reliably as they should
  • Battery drain is a bit high when you have it running constantly
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Been using Hello Aurora: Northern Lights for a couple months now. It’s basically an app that helps you track and spot the northern lights. Pretty solid if you’re into that kind of thing.

Here’s what you do: there’s a real-time forecast that shows when and where the aurora borealis is expected to be visible. And it even sends you alerts when the lights are active in your area. And you can see reports from other users who’ve spotted the lights – you can even share your own photos and updates on the map.

Look, if you’re into chasing the northern lights, you’ll probably like this app. It’s not perfect – can be a bit tricky to use at first – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if you want to up your aurora hunting game.

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