Edmonton, Canada Stargazing Forecast

Edmonton, Canada (53.55°, -113.49°) · Updated 01:53 UTC
32
Poor
Probably skip tonight
BEST 09:00–10:00 (1h)
Partly cloudy with some clear gaps with very low moonlight. Shallow twilight all night. The sun reaches -12.5°, so the faintest objects will be washed out. Some haze, so transparency is slightly reduced.
Sunset
04:05
Sunrise
11:03
Usable Hours
1/7
Moon
2%
Visible Planets
☿ Mercury12° W
♀ Venus19° W
♂ Mars13° E
♃ Jupiter15° W
♄ Saturn22° SE
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Stargazing in Edmonton, Canada

Edmonton's northern latitude (53.5°N) makes it one of Canada's better large cities for aurora, with displays visible from the city outskirts during Kp 4–5 storms and spectacular shows from dark sites nearby. Elk Island National Park, just 35 minutes east, is a Dark Sky Preserve with Bortle 3 conditions, and the vast Alberta prairie darkens rapidly in every direction. Jasper's world-renowned Dark Sky Preserve is a few hours west. The cold, dry continental climate brings long winter nights and superb transparency.

Edmonton, Canada Stargazing FAQ

Can you see the northern lights from Edmonton?∨
Yes — at 53.5°N, Edmonton is one of Canada's better large cities for aurora. Displays show from the outskirts during Kp 4-5 storms, and dark sites like Elk Island National Park (35 minutes east) offer spectacular views.
Where is the best dark sky near Edmonton?∨
Elk Island National Park, a designated Dark Sky Preserve 35 minutes east, has Bortle 3 skies. The surrounding Alberta prairie darkens quickly, and Jasper's famous Dark Sky Preserve is a few hours west.
When is the best time to stargaze in Edmonton?∨
Autumn through early spring offers long, dark nights and the best aurora odds. The cold, dry winter air brings superb transparency. Summer nights this far north are short and bright.

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