Live monitoring from Tromsø, Norway

See the Northern Lights Tonight
Without the $150 Safari Price Tag

Real time SMS notifications when aurora is actually visible in Tromsø. Not predictions, verified sightings from university cameras.

One time payment · 5 days of alerts
22
Alerts since January 2026
90%
Accuracy
60 min
Updated every 60 min

Why Forecasts Fail You

Traditional aurora apps predict probability. We show you what's actually in the sky.

Traditional Apps

Based on solar wind data, not actual visibility
Don't account for local cloud cover
"High probability" often means seeing nothing
Wastes your time waiting in the cold

Aurora Real Time

AI analyzes live camera feeds every 60 minutes
Only alerts when aurora is actually visible
Accounts for real weather conditions
Step outside only when it's worth it

See It In Action

Actual images from the UiT StormCast camera. This is what our AI analyzes every 60 minutes.

StormCast camera feed showing a cloudy night sky over Tromsø with no aurora visible
✗ No alert sent
UiT Breivika · Cam-0469.68°N, 18.97°E

Cloudy Night

AI detected cloud cover. No aurora visible. You sleep peacefully, no unnecessary wake up.

StormCast camera feed showing green Northern Lights visible over Tromsø
✓ Alert triggered
UiT Breivika · Cam-0469.68°N, 18.97°E

Aurora Detected

AI confirmed visible aurora. SMS sent immediately. You're outside in 3 minutes.

Actual images from UiT StormCast (CC BY 4.0). This is exactly what our AI sees, not retouched photographs.

Common Questions

Everything you need to know before purchasing.

What if it's cloudy my entire stay?

Weather is unpredictable in the Arctic. We monitor continuously, but cloud cover may prevent visibility. Our service is about maximizing your chances, you'll know the instant conditions are favorable, rather than guessing or wasting hours outside in the cold.

How is this different from aurora forecast apps?

Apps like "My Aurora Forecast" use solar wind predictions. We use actual camera verification from professional weather cameras at UiT. Think of it as the difference between a weather forecast and looking out the window.

Will I get spam messages?

No. Maximum one alert per hour, only during prime viewing hours (6 PM – 12 AM). Your phone number is automatically deleted 48 hours after your pass expires. We never use it for marketing.

What if I'm not in Tromsø city center?

Our cameras are in Breivika, approximately 5 km from Tromsø center. Aurora visibility is regional, if it's visible on our cameras, you'll likely see it within a 50 km radius, assuming clear skies at your location.

What happens after my 5 days expire?

Your alerts stop automatically. No recurring charges, no subscription to cancel. Your phone number is purged from our system within 48 hours. If you want more time, simply purchase a new pass.

Chase Aurora, Not Prices

A fraction of safari costs. All the magic.

$7.99for 5 days
Instant SMS notifications
60 minute monitoring cycles
Only alerts for visible aurora
No subscription, one time purchase

Compare to $150+ for guided aurora tours

Aurora season in Tromsø: September – March

Not sure where to go?

Explore our curated map of the best dark-sky viewing spots around Tromsø, with darkness ratings, transport info, and light pollution zones.

Viewing Map

Professional Grade Infrastructure

Powered by the StormCast project at UiT The Arctic University of Norway

Axis HD Cameras

High resolution network cameras mounted in Breivika, Tromsø

AI Analysis

Machine learning models trained specifically for aurora detection

60 Minute Updates

Continuous monitoring ensures you never miss a display

UiT The Arctic University of Norway

Data sourced from the Department of Computer Science's StormCast project.
Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0).

Transparency & Data Integrity

Built on open science principles with respect for privacy, research, and technical infrastructure.

Open Research Data

Visual data is sourced from the StormCast project at the UiT Department of Computer Science and used under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license (CC BY 4.0).

Privacy First Design

Our service utilizes infrastructure designed for atmospheric monitoring. Cameras are angled toward the horizon and sky to ensure GDPR compliance and individual anonymity.

Infrastructure Respect

We adhere to strict data retrieval protocols and utilize official interfaces to ensure zero negative impact on university research servers.

TGO Disclaimer

This service currently utilizes open meteorological data (StormCast) and does not claim affiliation with or use restricted data from Tromsø Geophysical Observatory (TGO).