Report updated Apr 2, 2026
My Aurora Forecast Pro
v26.3.0Casual tourists planning trips and serious aurora hunters/photographers.
What Is My Aurora Forecast Pro?
Launched Jan 26, 2016
Updated Mar 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Real-time visualization of aurora strength worldwide
Predictions for hours and weeks in advance
Technical data for serious aurora watchers
Curated list of aurora viewing tours
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a excited sentiment. Users appreciate accuracy and reliability, but report notification reliability.”
What Users Love
The aurora map is extremely accurate.
Pain Points
Notifications stop after a few days of inactivity.
High confidence · 53 reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #39 | ▼4 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- High accuracy
- One-time purchase model
- Sleek UI
Cons
- Notification bugs
- No home screen widgets
- Limited community features
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Cloud-cover integration
- Home screen widgets
- Manual location pinning
Market Threats
- AR-enabled competitors
- Community-driven apps
- Market saturation
Who competes with My Aurora Forecast Pro?
Contenders
Hello Aurora:Alerts & Forecast
Jeremy Barbet
Strong community-driven competitor that focuses on real-time aurora sightings and social sharing, directly challenging the user base.
SpaceWeatherLive
Parsec vzw
Provides the same technical solar wind and geomagnetic data, appealing to the 'serious aurora watcher' segment of the audience.
Aurora Forecast Map – AuroraMe
Nikolai Iakubovskii
Offers similar long-term forecasting and location-based viewing tips for travelers.
Same Space
Windy.com
Windyty, SE
Weather forecasting app often used by aurora hunters to check cloud cover, which is critical for viewing success.
New Kids on the Block
Aurora Forecast & Alerts
★4.6 (3K)LW Brands, LLC
Newer entrant focusing on simplified UI and rapid alerts for casual tourists.
Night Sky
iCandi Apps Ltd.
Expanding into atmospheric phenomena, potentially drawing users away from dedicated aurora apps with its high-quality AR interface.
What are the key takeaways?
My Aurora Forecast Pro is a exciting weather app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.8/5 rating from 2.8K reviews, it excites its users from users. Users particularly appreciate accuracy and reliability, though notification reliability remains a common concern.
Best for: Casual tourists planning trips and serious aurora hunters/photographers.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
Uses a low-barrier, one-time purchase model for the Pro version rather than recurring subscriptions.
iOS Version
26.3.0
Android Version
3.0
Release Date
Jan 26, 2016
iOS Price
$3.99
Android Price
Free
Developer
JRustonApps B.V.