The Lumyros app is designed for beginners and tourists to help you see the Northern Lights in Orkney. The 3-day forecast shows predicted Aurora activity for every 3 hours so you know the best times to head out. You'll get notifications when the Aurora is active and strong enough to see.
The interactive map in the app lets you spot Auroras in real-time, find the best viewing locations, and see photos of recent sightings. Check the “Auroras” section to see where others have recently spotted the lights. The “Places” section shows you the top spots for watching and photographing the Aurora near you, with details on accessibility, light pollution levels, and tips from veteran Aurora hunters. The “Photos” section lets you see exactly where stunning Aurora pictures were taken. You can filter the map to show only what you're interested in.
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Designed For Beginners
Designed For Beginners
Aurora Academy tutorial videos teach you everything you need to know to see the Northern Lights. Learn what the Aurora looks like, the best times to view it, how long shows might last, how to read forecasts and understand the data. You'll also get tips on photographing the Aurora with your smartphone.
Share your sightings and photos with other Aurora enthusiasts in the built-in social network. Let others know you spotted the lights by clicking “I see Aurora” on the map. Describe what you saw and upload a photo. You'll get notifications when others share their sightings too. Check out photos from other hunters, see where and when they were taken, what camera settings were used and more.
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The Lumyros app gives you an interactive Aurora experience and connects you with a community as passionate about the Northern Lights as you are. Let this app light up your night sky adventures in Orkney!
Lumyros Aurora Forecast for Orkney: 3 & 27 Days Outlook
The Lumyros app gives you the latest Aurora forecast for the Orkney Islands so you know the best times to go out hunting for the Northern Lights. The 3-day outlook provides a detailed prediction for the next 72 hours, showing the expected Aurora activity during each 3-hour time slot when it's dark enough to potentially see the lights dancing in the sky.
The 27-day extended forecast gives you a heads up for the next month so you can plan any Aurora chasing excursions in advance. Both forecasts use an advanced prediction model customized for your location in Orkney. Instead of a forecast for the entire day, Lumyros shows you the prediction specifically for the nighttime hours when the Aurora Borealis can be visible. For the daylight hours, the app won't display any forecast since the Northern Lights can't be seen anyway.
With the Lumyros app, you can check the real-time Aurora activity and receive alerts when the lights are active and bright enough to spot. The interactive map is an amazing tool for Aurora hunters and includes details on:
Auroras: See where other users have reported visible Northern Lights, including date, time, shape, and color. Click the pin to view all the info.
Places: Discover the best spots near you for watching and photographing the Aurora Borealis. Each location pin provides a description, photo, light pollution level, distance from you, and tips from fellow hunters.
Photos: View photos of the Aurora taken in your area. Click the pin to see details like date, time, camera, and settings. Search filters make it easy to find exactly what you're looking for.
The Aurora Academy tutorial videos in the app teach you everything you need to know as a beginner, from how the Northern Lights look in real life to the best times and places to see them, how long they might last, and how to understand the forecasts. You'll also learn how to take amazing pictures of the Aurora with just your smartphone.
Go ahead and share any Northern Lights you see by clicking "I see Aurora" in the Lumyros map. Describe the visible Aurora and submit to help other hunters. You'll get alerts from others sharing the lights they spot too.
The built-in Northern Lights social network lets you connect with Aurora chasers, share photos and experiences, and get tips on the best spots. This network was created specifically for people passionate about the Northern Lights.
The Orkney Northern Lights Academy in the Lumyros app offers easy-to-understand tutorial videos to help you learn the basics of spotting the Aurora Borealis. These short videos cover everything a beginner needs to know to get started.
You'll discover how the Northern Lights actually look in real life and the typical colors you can expect to see dancing across the night sky, like green, red, blue and violet. The videos explain when the optimal times are to view the Lights, such as between 10 pm and 3 am when the sky is darkest. They also discuss the best locations to see the Aurora based on light pollution levels for the best views.
The tutorials teach you how to read the Northern Lights forecast and solar wind data to determine the likelihood of spotting the Aurora on any given night. You'll learn how the Aurora forms and what causes the colors to change, shimmer and move. The videos also provide helpful tips for capturing photos of the Northern Lights with your smartphone and the necessary equipment and camera settings to use.
By watching the short video lessons in the Orkney Northern Lights Academy, you'll gain a solid understanding of the Aurora Borealis and be ready to venture out under the night sky to view the spectacular light show for yourself. The tutorials make it easy for beginners to learn everything they need to know to become Aurora spotting experts in no time.
So take a peek at the informative and engaging video content in the Academy section of the Lumyros app. In just a few minutes, you'll be on your way to viewing one of the most breathtaking natural wonders.
The Lumyros app allows you to share visible Northern Lights sightings with other users in the community. Just tap the “I see Aurora” button on the interactive map to report an active display. Select the shape and color of the lights you’re seeing and submit your report. This helps other skywatchers too.
See Reports from Other Users
Check the Auroras section on the map to see where other users have reported sighting the Northern Lights. Tap on a report pin to see details like the date, time, shape, and color of their sighting. This can help guide you to optimal viewing spots and ensure you don’t miss a spectacular show.
The Places section shows some of the best locations for catching the Aurora Borealis. Tap on a pin to see photo of the location, light pollution level, accessibility info, and tips from experienced photographers and hunters.
The Photos section allows you to view images of past Auroras taken by other users.
Connect with Fellow Skywatchers
Lumyros has a built-in social network for Aurora enthusiasts. You can share photos of your sightings, favorite viewing spots, and experiences chasing the Northern Lights. Connect with like-minded skywatchers, learn from more experienced hunters, and get inspired to embark on your own Aurora adventures.
When sharing a photo, details like the date, time, used camera and settings is displayed automatically so you don't need to worry about that. Just select on the map where was the photo taken and add title and description. This helps others recreate great shots and discover prime photo ops. Lumyros also has a selection of fun Aurora emojis you can use to react to posts and show your enthusiasm for the natural phenomenon.
Sharing sightings and connecting with fellow Aurora chasers helps make the Lumyros app a useful social tool for skywatchers of all experience levels. Report active Auroras, view sightings from other users, discover ideal viewing locations, and join a community of people as passionate about the Northern Lights as you are. Together, you can all experience the wonder of the Aurora Borealis.
Northern Lights Orkney: Lumyros Social Network connects Aurora chasers and photographers from around the world. Whether you’re a novice just learning how to capture the Northern Lights or an expert photographer, the social network provides an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals.
Share Your Photos
Have you captured a stunning photo of the Aurora Borealis? Share your photo with the social network. When posting, be sure to include details like the title and description so others can read your story. Information like date, time, and camera settings used is displayed automatically. This helps others gain insights into the best ways to photograph the Lights. Viewing photos from different locations also helps people discover lesser-known vantage points.
Get Notified About Auroras
Turn on notifications to get alerts when other users spot visible Northern Lights. The notifications provide details about where and how the Lights are appearing so you can head out quickly to experience the show. Notifications are available for locations all over so you can get alerts even when traveling to new destinations.
Discover the Best Spots
Exploring the social network reveals many of the top locations for viewing the Northern Lights. The descriptions and comments provide helpful tips for accessing the location and capturing the best views. Some locations may require hiking or driving down dirt roads, so check details before heading out.
Connect With Fellow Aurora Chasers
Use the social network to connect with other Aurora enthusiasts in your area or from around the world. Start a discussion to ask questions, get recommendations, find viewing partners, or just chat about experiences. The network fosters a community of people brought together by a shared passion for witnessing the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights.
Share Your Experiences
Have an amazing experience viewing the Northern Lights? Share the details of your adventure on the social network. Describe when and where you saw the Lights, how they appeared, how you felt witnessing the spectacle, and any tips you have for others. Your story may inspire someone else's lifelong dream to see the Aurora Borealis.
The Orkney Northern Lights Social Network transforms isolated sightings of the Northern Lights into shared experiences that connect people worldwide. Join the network to discover the best spots, get alerts when the Lights are visible, share stunning photos, and swap stories with fellow Aurora chasers. The more people report sightings and post on the network, the more useful a resource it becomes for anyone captivated by the Aurora Borealis.
How to Share Top Northern Lights Places with Other Aurora Hunters?
The app also provides the possibility to share the best places to see Northern Lights in Orkney. 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 Orkney.
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.
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 what are you waiting for? Download the Lumyros app for free and start chasing those colorful lights in the sky. With the interactive map, Aurora forecast, notifications, and social features, you'll be capturing stunning photos of the Northern Lights in no time. Before you know it, you'll be an Aurora expert helping other newbies learn the ropes. The night sky may seem vast and mysterious, but Lumyros helps make the celestial spectacle of the Aurora Borealis more accessible and social than ever before. Happy hunting!