Álftanes / Ægissíða Coast
Reykjavik · 64.0989°N, 22.0281°W
Check Live Conditions at Álftanes / Ægissíða Coast
Real-time aurora score, 12-hour forecast, cloud cover, and smart alerts — updated every 15 minutes.
Light Pollution
Moderate light pollution — aurora visible on active nights
Safety
Open coastal viewpoints. Watch tides and wind — no shelter in winter storms.
Parking
Free parking at Bessastaðir, Álftanes beach, or Ægissíðuvegur pull-offs.
Nearby Viewing Spots
Sky Lagoon (5 km)
Öskjuhlíð / Perlan (6 km)
Grótta Lighthouse (8 km)
Elliðaárdalur Valley (9 km)
Heiðmörk / Rauðhólar / Elliðavatn (13 km)
Track Álftanes / Ægissíða Coast Live
Get push alerts when aurora conditions turn good at Álftanes / Ægissíða Coast. Download the free Aurora Iceland app.
Plan Your Visit
Check current conditions on our Tonight page before heading out. Cloud cover and geomagnetic activity can change rapidly — the app updates scores every 15 minutes so you always have the latest data.
Learn more about the best time to see the northern lights and how to read aurora forecasts.