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Northern Lights Could Be Visible Again Tonight—Here’s Updated Advice On How To Watch (2024)

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What time is best to watch northern lights tonight? ›

What's The Best Way To See The Northern Lights? The best time to watch the lights is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., when geomagnetic activity increases and the aurora borealis is most powerful.

How can I watch the northern lights in USA? ›

Use a dark-sky map to determine the best viewing location.

In America, they appear closer to the northern horizon, so to see them you need a viewing spot with minimal north-horizon obstructions, like a large lake.

When can you see the northern lights again? ›

The Aurora borealis, visible from Joshua Tree National Park, from Friday, May 10 to Saturday, May 11, 2024.

Which direction to look for the northern lights? ›

Find a place where you can see to the north ( or south if you are in the southern hemisphere). Given the right vantage point, say for example on top of a hill in the northern hemisphere with an unobstructed view toward the north, a person can see aurora even when it is 1000 km (600 miles) further north.

What time should I go outside to see the northern lights? ›

November through to February offer the darkest skies and longer evenings for maximum sky-gazing. The strongest lights tend to appear between 9pm and 2am, though the best sightings often occur between 11pm and midnight.

Can you see the northern lights tonight, May 11, 2024? ›

The strongest geomagnetic storm in over two decades dazzled scientists and sky-watchers alike in May 2024. The G5 storm culminated in a remarkable display of the aurora borealis overnight on May 10–11, visible from many areas worldwide, including latitudes where sightings of auroras are uncommon.

Which U.S. state has northern lights? ›

Where Are The Best Places To See The Northern Lights in The U.S.? Alaska, Minnesota, Michigan, and Maine are some of the best places to see the northern lights in the U.S. There are additional locations, such as national parks and dark sky parks within the United States, that offer optimal viewing conditions.

Is there an app to see the northern lights? ›

Glendale app is the world's most accurate aurora app. It needs to use your location to determine which country & timezone you are in, to provide accurate local times and aurora forecasts. Your device will ask for permission to use your location and you must select 'allow always' when asked.

Can you see the northern lights with the naked eye? ›

Can you see northern lights with naked eyes? Yes, absolutely. I have seen them as far south as 46 N, although that is very rare. That was at a country lake, with no light pollution.

Can you predict when you'll see Northern Lights? ›

Solar activity is unpredictable, and even the most sophisticated tools and techniques cannot guarantee that the Aurora will occur. Moreover, even if the Northern Lights are predicted, they may not always be visible. Cloud cover, light pollution, and other factors can obscure the Aurora and make it difficult to see.

Is it too late to see the aurora borealis? ›

If you're planning an aurora-viewing trip, the best time is throughout the winter months. Anytime between late September to late March is a good time for northern lights hunting as the long nights provide ample aurora viewing opportunities.

What time is best to see aurora borealis tonight? ›

NOAA recommends ensuring you are away from city lights in as dark a viewing place as possible and going out to view between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time to see the aurora best.

How to see northern lights on phone camera? ›

Set your phone to manual mode if possible. Alter the exposure near 10 seconds and ISO to 800 to start with and freely adjust it if the aurora's intensity is not as bright as you want it to. Taking Northern Lights is very challenging as the aurora is always moving and sometimes it moves fast!

What not to do with northern lights? ›

Thought to be the souls of the dead, the Sámi believed you shouldn't talk about the Northern Lights. It was also dangerous to tease them by waving, whistling, or singing under them, as this would alert the lights to your presence.

What is the best exposure time for the northern lights? ›

Keeping your shutter speed between 3-25 seconds will work very well for shooting the northern lights. When the aurora is moving quickly, try 3-7 second exposures. When it's moving slower, or it's not as bright, try 10-25 seconds. You can increase or decrease these times as you see fit, they are just rules of thumb!

What time to see the northern lights in KY? ›

The best aurora is usually within an hour or two of midnight (between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time). These hours expand towards evening and morning as the level of geomagnetic activity increases.

When can I see the northern lights in Michigan? ›

According to expert sources in Michigan, you are more likely to see the northern lights in the Upper Peninsula between August and April, with the peak months being April, October, and November. In Michigan, we need the Sun to be active for the aurora borealis to be visible.

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