Is Kilimanjaro Ice Cap Alpenglow happening right now?
As of today, peak season now, through ~September 30. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Alpenglow on Mount Kilimanjaro occurs when the low sun at dawn lights the remaining ice and snow on Kibo's summit, producing short-lived pink, orange and red tones on the ice cap.
Best seen from the summit or clear foothill viewpoints during the dry seasons when morning skies are clear.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
|---|
| Uhuru Peak (Kibo Summit) |
| Barafu Camp Summit Approach (pre-dawn viewpoint) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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