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Description
I’ve been using My Aurora Forecast & Alerts for a couple months now. It’s basically an app that tells you when and where to see the Northern Lights. Pretty cool if you’re into that kind of thing.
Here’s what you can do – it shows you the current KP index (that’s a measure of solar activity) and how likely you are to see the aurora. There’s also a map that shows where the lights are strongest around the world. And you can get push alerts when conditions are good for viewing. Took me a while to figure all that out, but it’s a pretty useful app.
Look, if you’re into stargazing or chasing the Northern Lights, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the UI can be a little confusing at first – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if you want to up your aurora-spotting game.
Editor Opinion
So here's my honest take on My Aurora Forecast & Alerts. I've tested a bunch of weather and stargazing apps, and this one's pretty solid. The forecasting and alert features work well and give you a good idea of when to head out and chase the lights. And the maps and solar data are also helpful for planning. The only downside is that the app can be a bit overwhelming at first with all the info - it took me a while to figure out how to use everything. But once you get the hang of it, it's a really handy tool to have.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Tons of useful features for tracking and viewing the Northern Lights
- Alerts you when conditions are good for aurora viewing
- Detailed maps and solar data to help plan your stargazing
- Free to download and use, no paywalls
Cons
- The UI is a bit cluttered and confusing at first
- Requires a good amount of setup and learning to use effectively
- Needs an update to modernize the design a bit
Specifications
| Updated | 07.10.2025 |
| Category | Weather |
| Age Rating | Everyone |
| Developer | JRustonApps B.V. |
| Android | Android 7.0++ |
| Package Name |
com.jrustonapps.myauroraforecast |
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