Using the Lumyros app is an easy way to see the Northern Lights in Muskoka. This free app provides Aurora forecasts up to 27 days in advance so you can plan your viewing in the optimal locations.
The app shows the predicted Aurora activity levels on an easy-to-read scale from 1 to 9. When activity reaches levels 5 and up, get outside - the lights will likely be visible to the naked eye! The app also indicates the best times to view the Aurora each night.
The Aurora Academy
The Aurora Academy section features short tutorial videos to teach you everything you need to know about the Northern Lights in an easy-to-understand way. You'll learn how & when and where to see Aurora, the best camera settings to capture your own photos, how to find the optimal viewing spots away from city lights, and the essential gear to stay warm while you view nature's spectacular light show.
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
Share With Other Aurora Chasers
The built-in Northern Lights social network allows you to connect with other Aurora enthusiasts in Muskoka and across the northern countries. You can share your photos, experience and tips or get advice from seasoned Aurora chasers. Use the network to find viewing partners or set up group trips to some of the best locations like Algonquin Park, Huntsville and Bracebridge.
With the Lumyros app, you'll have the Northern Lights at your fingertips and be witnessing their glow in no time. What are you waiting for? The Aurora Borealis could be dancing in the sky tonight! Download the Lumyros app and start planning your Muskoka Aurora adventure.
All-in-one tool for Aurora hunting. Try the new experience.
The Lumyros Aurora app makes it easy to know when the Northern Lights will be dancing across the Muskoka sky. The Aurora forecast feature predicts the intensity of the Aurora Borealis for the next 3 to 27 days so you'll know the best times to head out for the show.
Within the app, the Aurora Academy section features short tutorial videos that teach you everything you need to know to spot the Northern Lights like a pro. You'll learn the science behind the Aurora, the best camera settings to capture them, how to find dark sky locations, and tips for bundling up to stay warm while you watch the lights. The videos explain in the easiest way possible how to see Northern Lights without any struggle, perfect for beginners and visitors.
Once you've spotted the Aurora, you can share it with others so they don't miss out, the social network built into the Lumyros app lets you share photos of the colorful lights and connect with other Aurora chasers. You can post the details of your sighting like location, time, and intensity to help others know when and where to look for the Aurora. Reading stories and seeing pictures from other users is a great way to discover the top spots for viewing the Northern Lights.
Whether you're a Muskoka local looking to finally see the Aurora Borealis or a tourist visiting in hopes of catching the show, the Lumyros Aurora app will guide you to a successful sighting. Let the Northern Lights dance, and may the Lumyros app light your way!
Sharing Your Experiences
Have you captured an amazing photo of the Northern Lights dancing across the night sky? Share your pics and stories with other Aurora chasers in the Lumyros app!
Connecting with like-minded night sky enthusiasts is a great way to learn the best spots to see the lights, get tips for your camera settings, and swap tales of your adventures under the Aurora. The social network inside Lumyros makes it easy to post your photos, comment on others’ shots, and chat about your experiences chasing the Northern Lights.
To upload your pics, just tap the “Add Post” button at the bottom of the screen in "My Feed". Choose the photo(s) from your phone’s gallery and add a photo title and a quick description of where and when you captured the lights. Your followers and others interested in the Muskoka region will be able to view, like and comment on your photos. You can also browse through photos posted by other users to discover ideal viewing locations and the types of displays you might see there.
Connecting through the Lumyros network is a perfect way for beginners to learn from more experienced Aurora chasers in a supportive community environment. By sharing details about your adventures - like the tools and techniques that helped you capture your photos - you'll be helping other newbies have a better chance of seeing and shooting the Northern Lights themselves. Together, we can all become experts at finding and photographing this celestial wonder!
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.
All-in-one tool for Aurora hunting. Try the new experience.
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 Muskoka.
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.
The most useful Northern Lights online tools for a successful Aurora hunt. Are you about to hunt the Northern Lights on your own? Then you will find these resources helpful. If you are trying to see Aurora for the first time we recommend signing up for the Northern Lights Online Course where is explained step-by-step all you need to know to see the Northern Lights in an easy way.
Northern Lights essential online tools designed for beginners to help you see Aurora like the handy Aurora Mobile App and Northern Lights Online Course will help you to understand how Aurora works and to monitor real-time activity.
The Northern Lights Forecast for 3 days and long-term Aurora forecast for up to 27 days ahead can be found here: Geophysical Institute Forecast, NOAA Aurora Forecast, Spaceweatherlive Forecast or in the Northern Lights App.
Find the best Aurora spots with the light pollution map and cloud cover prediction.
Northern Lights activity in real-time: Real-time Aurora activity (worldwide magnetometers), Solar Wind activity, Sun's activity, Aurora live Boreal webcams list or Aurora App.
Additional resources to know when it will be dark enough Darkness graph & Map and how much the moon will illuminate the sky Moon Phase + Moonrise & Moonset.
If you decide to go with professional Aurora hunters here you can find the top-rated Aurora Tours.
So there you have it, an easy-to-use app that gives you the best chance of seeing one of nature's most spectacular shows without freezing in the cold all night or relying on luck. Download the Lumyros Aurora app, check the 3-day forecast for the strongest activity, find the best spot away from light pollution, set up your camera, and wait for the sky to ignite. Before you know it, glowing green lights will be dancing overhead, a once-in-a-lifetime thrill you'll never forget. The Aurora Academy videos will transform you into an expert Aurora chaser in no time. And by connecting with other enthusiasts on the social network, you'll discover the hottest spots and photography tips to capture your own iconic shots. What are you waiting for? The Northern Lights are calling your name.