Aurora Australis Tonight in Australia, Here's Your Guide to See It

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tonight, the Aurora Australis will adorn the skies of Australia, transforming ordinary darkness into a breathtaking display of color. According to the Australian Space Weather Forecasting Centre, on December 9, this natural light show occurs when a burst of energy from the Sun hits Earth's magnetic shield, triggering glowing waves of colors across the sky.

Citing various sources, here's a quick essential guide to the Aurora Australis.

What Time Can You See the Aurora Australis?

According to Marie Claire and Elle, the Aurora Australis will be visible in Australian skies around midnight hours, usually between 10:00 p.m. and 02:00 a.m. local time. However, forecasts suggest stronger geomagnetic conditions tonight could shift the viewing window earlier into the evening and closer to dawn. Though the displays may be dimmer and less distinct.

List of Cities and Time Estimation

For the estimated times for each Australian city, the list is as follows:

Sydney: 8:15 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.

Melbourne: 8:40 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

Hobart: 9:10 p.m. - 11:10 p.m.

Adelaide: 8:40 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

Perth: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Brisbane: 6:50 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.

Canberra: 8:20 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.

Darwin: 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

Where Can You See the Aurora Australis Tonight?

Similar to many other celestial spectacles, catching Aurora Australis tonight requires you to be somewhere dark with an unobstructed view of the sky. TimeOut recommends stargazers to head as far south as possible for the best chance of viewing, where the air tends to be clearer. This includes Tasmania, southern Victoria, southern South Australia, and parts of New South Wales, including Sydney.

How to See the Aurora Australis?

To catch the Aurora Australis at its best, wait until after sunset and find a dark location with a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. Avoid city lights and areas with cloud cover, as both can interfere with your stargazing experience. 

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