Cities Covered
4
Monitoring locations across Oregon
Magnetic Latitude Range
47.6°–50.8° MLAT
Prime aurora viewing latitudes
Required Kp Index
Kp 8.0–9.0
Minimum activity for visibility
Free alerts for local visibility changes, tonight and through the next 72 hours.
Best chance in Oregon tonight: Portland
AuroraMe watches Kp, clouds and darkness windows so you know when to go outside.
Kp Requirements by Location
Portland
50.8° MLAT
Required Kp Levels
Kp 8.0+ Horizon
Kp 9.0+ Optimal
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Visible on horizon
Clearly visible
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Bend
49.6° MLAT
Required Kp Levels
Kp 8.0+ Horizon
Kp 9.0+ Optimal
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Visible on horizon
Clearly visible
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Eugene
49.3° MLAT
Required Kp Levels
Kp 8.0+ Horizon
Kp 9.0+ Optimal
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Visible on horizon
Clearly visible
Bright overhead
Medford
47.6° MLAT
Required Kp Levels
Kp 9.0+ Horizon
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Visible on horizon
Clearly visible
Bright overhead
Visible on horizon
Clearly visible
Bright overhead
Aurora Status by City
Portland
Oregon's largest city with rare but memorable northern lights events
CURRENT STATUS
Unlikely
View
Bend
Central Oregon resort city with dark skies perfect for aurora viewing
CURRENT STATUS
Unlikely
View
Eugene
University city in Oregon's Willamette Valley with occasional aurora displays
CURRENT STATUS
Unlikely
View
Medford
Southern Oregon city with mountain-framed northern lights displays
CURRENT STATUS
Unlikely
View
Best Viewing Season in Oregon
Geographic Advantages
Magnetic Latitude 47.6°–50.8° MLAT
Cities Covered 4 locations
Mean astronomical darkness at Portland, Dec–Feb 10.2–11.7 hours
Dark Sky Sites 0 Bortle 1-3
Peak Aurora Months
Estimates for Portland
August 0.14 clear nights, 40.4% cloud
September 0.12 clear nights, 47.4% cloud
October 0.12 clear nights, 62.8% cloud
Track with AuroraMe
Coverage All 4 cities
Advance Notice 30 minutes
Weather Integration Cloud cover
Predictions Best viewing times
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you see the northern lights in Oregon?
Yes, Oregon offers aurora viewing opportunities. Cities like Portland (MLAT 50.8°) can see aurora at Kp 8.0+, while southern locations need Kp 9.0+. Best viewing is September–April during dark, clear nights.
Where are the darkest skies in Oregon?
Check our city pages for specific dark sky recommendations near each location.
Learn More About the Northern Lights
Use the aurora borealis forecast, check northern lights tonight, or open the live aurora map and Kp tracker.
