Aurora Australis
Stewart Island is a great place to see the Southern Lights.
Best months: March to September
Southern Lights
Stewart Island is a great place to see the Aurora Australis, the best months being March to September. With clear skies and no light pollution the chances of getting some amazing shots are good! Check out this guide too.
This website shows an up to date Aurora Forecast, using real-time solar wind data from NASA's ACE spacecraft, matched with data obtained from a network of magnetometers located worldwide. They are able to forecast, with reasonable accuracy, how the Southern Lights will behave up to one hour in advance.
Obviously the weather plays a part too, so flexibility with your travel arrangements can help.
Photo credits
Thanks to Riki Rudin-Jones and Sandra Whipp for the stunning photos.
Sandra is also a big fan of astrophotography, so if you need any help, advice or a guide, get in touch!
Check the weather
Clear skies give you the best chance. Keep an eye on the Oban forecast and the aurora forecast during your stay.
Oban weather
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Wind in km/h. Island weather changes quickly, so check again before you head out.