Where Will The Northern Lights Be Visible?
NOAA’s forecast shows a chance of seeing the northern lights in northern Washington, the northern tip of Idaho, northern Montana, North Dakota, northern South Dakota, northern Minnesota, northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Those states have a relatively low chance of catching the lights compared to much of Alaska, where a “high” chance of visibility is forecast for a large portion of the state’s interior.
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What’s The Best Way To See The Northern Lights?
Locations with little to no light pollution can improve chances of seeing the lights, which are typically most active between the hours of 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. High vantage points and little to no moonlight can also help. Thursday’s waning crescent phase means the moon will only be about 16% illuminated.
What’s The Best Way To Photograph The Northern Lights?
Smartphone users should avoid using flash and utilize night mode and low apertures if their devices are capable. Wide-angle lenses can help when snapping photos with traditional cameras. Tripods are recommended for all camera types.
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Key Background
June has marked a somewhat active month so far for the northern lights, which comes after the sun reached the height of its 11-year solar cycle in 2024, leading to a 500-year peak of auroral activity. Semi-consistent northern lights showings that have persisted since 2024 are expected to significantly decrease in activity by next year.
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Further Reading
Aurora Dashboard (NOAA)