Gljúfrabúi
South Iceland · 63.6223°N, 19.9935°W
Check Live Conditions at Gljúfrabúi
Real-time aurora score, 12-hour forecast, cloud cover, and smart alerts — updated every 5 minutes.
Light Pollution
Low light pollution — excellent dark-sky location
Safety
Hidden waterfall inside a canyon next to Seljalandsfoss. Final approach is wet and slippery — expect spray and icy footing in winter.
Parking
Paid parking shared with Seljalandsfoss. Short walk north along the cliff base.
Nearby Viewing Spots
Track Gljúfrabúi Live
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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 5 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.