Where Will The Northern Lights Be Visible?
Areas within Wednesday’s northern lights forecast include northeastern Washington, the northern tip of Idaho, northern Montana, North Dakota, the northernmost stretches of South Dakota, northern Minnesota, northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Chances to see the northern lights are even higher in Alaska and significantly increase the farther inland observers are in the state.
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What’s The Best Way To See The Northern Lights?
High vantage points and places with little to no light pollution can improve chances of seeing the northern lights, which are usually best viewed between the hours of 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.
What’s The Best Way To Photograph The Northern Lights?
Taking photos with low apertures and wide-angle lenses, if applicable, can help with photos of the aurora, as can tripods and night mode. Smartphone users should avoid using flash.
Key Background
The northern lights reached a 500-year high in 2024 when the sun reached the peak of its 11-year solar cycle. Scientists expect auroral activity to taper off significantly by 2027 as the sun gets farther from the peak.
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Further Reading
Aurora Dashboard (NOAA)