Noorderlichtjagers

Noorderlichtjagers

Chase the Dancing Lights

• Stop waiting for luck to reveal the Northern Lights.

• AuroraAlert is your ultimate companion for tracking geomagnetic activity across the Netherlands and Belgium.

• By transforming complex space weather data into actionable insights, we help you step outside at the precise moment the sky ignites.

Precision Forecasting

• 72-Hour Outlook: Monitor Kp index trends to gauge the probability of sightings days in advance.

• Short-Term Accuracy: Utilize 60–90 minute energy forecasts powered by real-time GEOS satellite data.

• Horizon Awareness: Distinguish between overhead displays and activity occurring up to 1,000 km away, which often remains visible due to the altitude of the aurora.

Environmental Planning

• Visibility Tools: Access moon phase data and local cloud cover forecasts to ensure you are hunting under the clearest possible skies.

• Solar Wind Insights: Leverage ACE satellite data to detect incoming solar storms 30 to 60 minutes before they reach Earth’s atmosphere.

Smart Alerts and Intuitive Design

• Custom Notifications: Define your own Kp and energy thresholds. Receive persistent, timely updates so you never miss a peak in activity.

• Visual Clarity: Track progress with intuitive, color-coded graphs that provide a clear timeline of past and future conditions.

• Scientifically Backed: Our predictions are built upon trusted data from the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center, mirroring the tools used by professionals.

Designed for Everyone

• Whether you are a seasoned photographer seeking the perfect shot or a curious observer witnessing your first aurora, AuroraAlert provides the clarity you need.

• It is user-friendly, privacy-focused, and treats your location data as strictly local to your device.

Join the Community

• Download AuroraAlert today and turn your local night sky into a stage.

• For ongoing updates or to share your captures with fellow enthusiasts, join us on the Noorderlicht Jagers Discord.

FAQ

Q: How does the 72-hour outlook help me plan my hunt?

A: The 72-hour outlook uses Kp index trends to give you a long-range view of potential geomagnetic activity. This allows you to plan your evenings and check your schedule well in advance, so you are ready to head out the moment conditions look promising.

Q: What does "Horizon Awareness" mean for my viewing experience?

A: Horizon Awareness helps you understand that you do not always need the aurora to be directly overhead. Because the aurora occurs at such a high altitude, you can often see displays occurring up to 1,000 kilometers away. Our tool helps you distinguish between distant activity on the horizon and displays directly above your position.

Q: How accurate is the 60–90 minute short-term forecast?

A: This forecast is highly reliable because it uses real-time GEOS satellite data. By monitoring the solar wind as it approaches Earth, we can provide a high-precision window of time for when you should be outside, helping you avoid standing in the cold unnecessarily.

Version History

v1.15——25 May 2026

Track the Northern Lights in NL & BE with AuroraAlert. Get real-time forecasts, solar storm alerts, and cloud tracking. Download the latest version of Noorderlichtjagers to enjoy new features and updates immediately!

*1.15

update graphs, add events, silence notifications after ack