# AuroraNow

> Real-time Northern Lights forecast, solar wind alerts, and aurora tracker.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.auroranow.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.auroranow.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.auroranow.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Islander Tech
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 11
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-11
- **First published:** 2026-05-02
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 33 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.auroranow.android)
- **Website:** [https://rickyford117.github.io](https://rickyford117.github.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://rickyford117.github.io/auroranow-legal/privacy-policy](https://rickyford117.github.io/auroranow-legal/privacy-policy)

## Description

Chase the Northern Lights like a pro with AuroraNow! Whether you are a casual stargazer or a dedicated aurora hunter, AuroraNow provides you with the real-time space weather data and local conditions you need to know exactly when to step outside.<br><br>Stop guessing and start chasing. Our custom Aurora Score engine analyzes live solar wind data, local cloud cover, and daylight conditions to give you a simple, actionable status: WAIT, TRY, or GO!<br><br>KEY FREE FEATURES:<br>• Real-Time Solar Wind Data: Monitor live Bz, Solar Wind Speed, Density, and Kp Index straight from space weather satellites.<br>• The Aurora Score: Our proprietary algorithm calculates a 0-100 base score indicating current geomagnetic activity.<br>• Status Alerts: Instantly know if conditions are favorable for an aurora display.<br><br>UPGRADE TO AURORANOW PRO:<br>Take your aurora chasing to the next level with our premium subscription:<br>• Local Weather Integration: Pro automatically factors in your precise local cloud cover. If it&#39;s too cloudy, you&#39;ll know before you drive!<br>• Darkness Detection: The aurora is invisible during the day. Pro verifies your local sunset/sunrise times to ensure it&#39;s actually dark enough to see the lights.<br>• Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy a completely clean, uninterrupted interface while you chase.<br><br>---<br>Privacy Policy: https://rickyford117.github.io/auroranow-legal/privacy-policy<br>Terms of Use: https://rickyford117.github.io/auroranow-legal/terms-of-use<br><br>Subscription Details:<br>Payment will be charged to your Google Play account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your Google Play Account Settings after purchase.

## Rankings

- #2,781,057 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.auroranow.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.auroranow.android)