The Lumyros app provides accurate Northern Lights forecasts for Selfoss so you know the best times to head out for the show. Their predictions look ahead 3 to 27 days based on solar wind data and geomagnetic activity.
Real-Time Aurora Tracking
Once you're outside, open the app to see the current Aurora activity and intensity in Selfoss. The colour-coded prediction shows you the best times and you can find top viewing spots nearby in the interactive map for experiencing the most vibrant displays of the dancing lights. Head to those locations for your best chance at catching the Aurora Borealis.
Did you know that over 80% of tourists miss the Northern Lights due to the lack of Aurora knowledge? Don't let that be you! The right time and the right place are the key. Northern Lights Online Course and Aurora mobile app designed for beginners will significantly increase your chances.
Designed For Beginners
Designed For Beginners
Tutorials for Beginners
New to Aurora Chasing? The Aurora Academy section is packed with helpful videos to learn everything you need to know to see the Northern Lights in Selfoss - from basics to camera settings to capture them. The easy-to-follow tutorials will turn you into an expert Aurora hunter in no time.
Connect with Other Enthusiasts
The social community allows you to share photos, experiences, and top places to see the lights with others passionate about the Aurora. Get inspired by the shots others have posted and connect to join forces for an epic night of Aurora viewing. Northern Lights Selfoss - Here I Come!
With Lumyros as your go to tool, you'll be gazing up at rippling curtains of green, red and blue lights in the Selfoss night sky. The Northern Lights will no longer be an elusive wonder but an unforgettable spectacle you can experience for yourself. What are you waiting for? Adventure calls under the Aurora Borealis!
All-in-one tool for Aurora hunting. Try the new experience.
The Lumyros Aurora Academy section of the app is perfect for beginners. It provides easy-to-understand video tutorials that teach you everything you need to know to see the Northern Lights in Selfoss.
Photography Tips
Learn how to capture the beauty of the Aurora Borealis. How to find the best spots. When is the best time to head out and more.
Best Viewing Spots
Find the optimal locations to view the Northern Lights. The app highlights secluded spots away from light pollution as well as areas that offer scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Each spot details access difficulty, intensity of light pollution, detailed description with photo and more.
Forecasting the Lights
Understand how solar wind and geomagnetic activity influence the Northern Lights. The app explains in simple terms how to read the 3-day and 27-day forecasts so you know the best nights to see the Aurora Borealis.
What to Bring
Be ready for a night under the stars. The app provides a helpful tips of essential gear to pack like warm clothes, boots, gloves, flashlight, blanket, camp chair, and thermos. Don't get caught unprepared and miss the show!
The easy-to-follow guidance in the Lumyros Aurora Academy ensures even beginners can experience the wonder of the Northern Lights. By learning how to forecast the Aurora, find the best spots, capture amazing photos, and prepare for a night of stargazing, you'll be gazing up at the colorful Aurora Borealis in no time.
Once you start seeing the Northern Lights, you’ll want to share the experience with others. The Lumyros app makes this easy with its built-in social network for Aurora chasers.
Connect With Fellow Sky Gazers
After capturing an amazing Aurora photo, upload it to the Lumyros feed so other users can enjoy it too. Share details, location and your story. We know, every photo has a story. We want to hear it, others do too! Reading other posts is a great way to discover the best spots for viewing the Aurora Borealis in Selfoss & Beyond.
You can also use the social network to ask questions about sky-watching locations, camera settings or anything else related to chasing the Northern Lights. More experienced users are usually happy to provide helpful tips and recommendations. Over time, you’ll get to know other regular users and may even meet up to go Aurora hunting together!
Post photos, videos, tips and questions
Discover the best spots for viewing the Aurora
Learn from more experienced Aurora chasers
Meet fellow skygazers and plan meetups
Sharing your experiences with the Lumyros community will make sky-watching even more rewarding. You'll be contributing to helping others achieve their goal of seeing the magical Northern Lights!
The Lumyros app allows you to connect with fellow Aurora chasers and enthusiasts from around the world.
Through the built-in social network, you can:
Share visible Northern Lights & appearance details.
Share your amazing Aurora photos with the community. Post pictures of the dancing lights and celestial shows you've captured.
Share with others the best spots you've found to view the Aurora. Help fellow travellers and photographers find ideal locations with minimal light pollution and open sightlines of the sky.
Connect with people who share your passion for the Northern Lights. Chat with other Aurora chasers, ask questions, share tips and experiences, and even plan group photo sessions or viewing meetups.
Get inspired by the photos and stories from more experienced Aurora hunters. Learn new techniques for capturing the lights on camera or discover exciting new destinations for your bucket list.
How to Share Top Locations
The app also provides the possibility to share the best viewing locations. Each shared location shows information about the level of light pollution, access difficulty, navigation via 3rd party apps, location photo and description.
How to share the new place with other hunters? You just found a new great spot for Aurora viewing in Selfoss.
1. Take a photo of the northern view.
2. Open the Lumyros app and open the interactive map, click on places, and click on the button "Add Location".
3. Upload the photo you just took.
4. Describe how it looks there, how to get there, why is this place great for Aurora viewing and any additional information you think might be important.
5. Select how difficult it is to get there and how much light pollution is around you.
6. Click "Submit".
The app will add the new place to the interactive map and the social feed. Please Note: When adding a new location, do that, when you are actually there as when you hit the "Submit" button your current GPS location will be applied to the new place. This is to ensure that you are sharing a place you have actually been.
All-in-one tool for Aurora hunting. Try the new experience.
You now have everything you need to start your Northern Lights adventure in Selfoss. Download the free Lumyros app, check the forecasts, pack your bags and get ready for an experience of a lifetime. The night sky will transform into a colorful, dancing masterpiece before your eyes. Don't forget to share your photos and experiences in the app and inspire other travelers. The Northern Lights are waiting for you, so get out there under those starry Icelandic skies and witness one of nature's greatest spectacles in person. You'll be glad you did.