When (& Where) To See The Aurora Australis In Your Australian State Tonight

THE RUNDOWN

• The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a G-2 (moderate) Aurora Australis alert for Monday, October 5, 2026.
• Lingering solar winds moving at 566.7 km mean the aurora could stretch into southern states like New South Wales and Victoria.
• The prime window for viewing will be from 10:00pm to 2:00am (local time).
• With the moon currently in its waning crescent phase (31% full), visibility is good with minimal surrounding light competition.