Öskjuhlíð / Perlan
Reykjavik · 64.1280°N, 21.9186°W
Check Live Conditions at Öskjuhlíð / Perlan
Real-time aurora score, 12-hour forecast, cloud cover, and smart alerts — updated every 15 minutes.
Light Pollution
High light pollution — best for strong displays (Kp 4+)
Safety
Paved paths around Perlan and through Öskjuhlíð woods. Safe year-round.
Parking
Free parking at Perlan. Large lot directly adjacent.
Nearby Viewing Spots
Sky Lagoon (2 km)
Elliðaárdalur Valley (4 km)
Álftanes / Ægissíða Coast (6 km)
Grótta Lighthouse (7 km)
Heiðmörk / Rauðhólar / Elliðavatn (9 km)
Track Öskjuhlíð / Perlan Live
Get push alerts when aurora conditions turn good at Öskjuhlíð / Perlan. 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.