October 2022, Top aurora spotting

The nights grew longer as October arrived, providing a better opportunity to catch the Northern Lights. If you are planning your aurora trip in October it's important to note that the visibility and intensity of the aurora can vary depending on factors like location, weather conditions, and solar activity. But worry not! With hello aurora, we'll send you notifications when the aurora is visible in your area or you can check the real-time data for your geo-location directly on the app.

Suppose you are looking for the best location to see the Aurora in October 2023. In that case, the ideal places to witness the mesmerizing aurora borealis are often near or within the Arctic Circle. Countries such as Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Canada, and Alaska (USA) offer favorable conditions for observing this natural phenomenon due to their closeness to the Earth's magnetic poles.

Now, let's take a moment to remember the stunning aurora moments shared by our passionate aurora enthusiasts on hello aurora app in October 2022.

Magical moment notified by the app

This picture was captured in Akureyri, a town in North Iceland. Jennifer was using Hello Aurora app to check the aurora condition and was pleasantly surprised when it indicated that the best conditions would occur at 9:17. Although it was already 9:00 pm and nothing seemed to be happening, at exactly 9:17 pm, she witnessed a green explosion in the sky just above her.

Aurora at Fossatún, Iceland

Olivia had a wonderful time witnessing a beautiful aurora at Fossatún, Iceland. It was a truly special moment for both her and her boyfriend, as they saw the Northern Lights for the very first time. The photo holds a dear place in Olivia's heart because it gives the impression that the lights are emerging from their cozy camping pod, creating a magical and unforgettable experience 💚

Bright Northern Lights by Ellidavatn lake, Reykjavik

Manuel Dieterle, a particle physicist, nature and photography enthusiast from Switzerland, posted this beautiful photo in October 2022. It has always been clear to Manuel that he had to go hunting for the Northern Lights. Last year, during a two-week trip to Iceland in January, he became completely amazed and obsessed with the aurora. This led him to extend his journey by three more weeks for an aurora hunting road trip in Norway, Sweden, Finland in October, and spontaneously three more weeks in Iceland. Manuel captured this stunning phenomenon at Ellidavatn, a lake near the capital of Iceland, Reykjavík.

We asked him to describing the picture, Manuel says: "This is an impression of an astonishing aurora dancing over the mirror-like surface of Ellidavatn near Reykjavik, Iceland. After three whole weeks of non-stop aurora hunting throughout the island, witnessing their beauty, the array of colors, and their unique dancing skills in various activities, I was rewarded with this absolutely majestic goodbye performance."

Green aurora at the countryside of Iceland

Another breathtaking sight was captured by Ryan in Iceland—a gorgeous aurora illuminating the sky through the clouds. There is something undeniably special about witnessing the bright light shooting through the cloud cover, evoking a unique and awe-inspiring sensation.

During the sighting, the aurora had a strength of -183.1nt, which indicated favourable conditions for witnessing the Northern Lights on that particular night.

Northern Lights spotted at the balcony

This photo was snapped by Gryshchenko using an iPhone. Just like many of us, Gryshchenko is an avid aurora hunter. But this time, the aurora decided to visit him, giving him a stunning display right from the comfort of his balcony. And guess what? Gryshchenko was lucky enough to witness these breathtaking moments while rocking a cozy pajama. Who says you can't look stylish while chasing auroras from home? 😎

Are you feeling inspired? Prepare yourself for the next aurora hunt and share your beautiful moments on hello aurora.