Useful links

Official NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center 3-day geomagnetic activity forecast with Kp index predictions.

Real-time auroral activity map showing the probability of visible aurora across the northern hemisphere.

Live solar wind speed, density, and Bz data from the ACE/DSCOVR satellite at the L1 Lagrange point.

Current geomagnetic storm watches, warnings, and alerts issued by NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center.

University of Alaska Fairbanks aurora forecast and educational resources from the world's leading aurora research institution.

Near-real-time VIIRS satellite animation loops for Alaska including the Day/Night Band, false color, and true color imagery.

Daily news and updates on solar flares, geomagnetic storms, and aurora activity with accessible explanations.

Live all-sky aurora camera from Yellowknife, Canada, operated by the Canadian Space Agency. Good comparison point for activity levels.

Official National Weather Service 7-day forecast for Fairbanks from the Alaska Region office (AFG).

National Weather Service Alaska Region homepage with area forecasts, hazardous weather outlooks, and public statements.

Real-time weather and ocean observations from stations across Alaska, including interior and Arctic sites.

Historical climate data, temperature records, and climate summaries for Alaska from UAF.

Crowdsourced personal weather station network for Fairbanks with hyperlocal temperature and wind readings.

The meteorologist's internal discussion behind the Fairbanks forecast. Detailed, technical, and often more informative than the public forecast.

All-sky aurora camera at Poker Flat Research Range, 30 miles north of Fairbanks. Operated by UAF Geophysical Institute.

Meteorological Weather Observation System panoramic cameras at Fairbanks International Airport (PAFA) showing current sky conditions.

Network of sky and aurora cameras operated by the UAF Geophysical Institute across interior Alaska.

Alaska Department of Transportation highway cameras showing current road and weather conditions on major routes.

Official Fairbanks tourism website with visitor guides, aurora viewing tours, lodging, and seasonal event information.

Official Alaska tourism website with trip planning resources, regional guides, and aurora viewing information.

Real-time Alaska road conditions, closures, and travel alerts from the Alaska Department of Transportation.

Aurora viewing cabins and guided experiences outside Fairbanks, designed specifically for northern lights watching.

National Park Service information for Denali, including road conditions, visitor center hours, and backcountry permits.

Astronomy-focused cloud cover forecast showing transparency, seeing, and darkness conditions. Great for aurora planning.

Precise sunrise, sunset, civil dusk, and astronomical twilight times for Fairbanks throughout the year.

Interactive map showing light pollution levels across Alaska. Useful for finding dark sky viewing sites near Fairbanks.

Interactive wind, cloud, and weather model visualization for Alaska. Useful for planning multi-day aurora trips.