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Can you see aurora borealis in Kiruna?

Can you see aurora borealis in Kiruna?

And Kiruna is one of the best places in Norrbotten. Northern lights can be seen best from September to April. It has to be dark and relatively clear weather. Check the sky often, the most intense part of an auroral display usually only lasts a little less than ten minutes.

Is 2021 a good year to see northern lights?

“The outlook is favorable as we go forward,” Steenburgh said of 2021. Solar forecasters are seeing upticks in active regions as well as in the coronal mass ejections of charged particles that are key to lighting up the northern lights.

When can you see the northern lights Sweden?

The best time to see the northern lights in Swedish Lapland is between September and March – although we have seen them as early as late-August. Even though the light phenomenon occurs around the clock, it is only visible from Earth when the skies are dark and the ideal time of the day is between 9 pm and 2 am.

Where can I see Aurora in Sweden?

The Best Places in Sweden to See the Northern Lights

  1. Abisko National Park. With its clear skies and mountainous landscape, Abisko National Park provides a very good opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
  2. Kiruna. Kiruna is the northernmost town in the province of Lapland.
  3. Jokkmokk.
  4. Jukkasjärvi.
  5. Luleå
  6. Porjus.
  7. Tärendö

How can I see aurora in Kiruna?

For the very best chance of seeing the Northern Lights, you should make the trip to the Aurora Sky Station in Abisko National Park. The national park is 100 kilometres west of Kiruna, with daily shuttle transfers and accommodation offered at the STF Abisko Tourist Station.

Is Sweden or Finland better for northern lights?

Norway is undoubtedly the best place for seeing the northern lights in Scandinavia, especially if you want to capture the aurora dancing above spectacular fjords and waterfalls. However, Sweden and Finland are both great options if you want to see the northern lights on a smaller budget.

Can you see aurora borealis in Stockholm?

Can you see northern lights in Stockholm, Sweden? Stockholm, the grand capital city of Sweden, is located in the southern half of the country. Even though it is quite far south compared to Swedish Lapland, it is not unheard of to be able to spot the auroras in Stockholm. So, in a broad manner, yes, it is possible.

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Ruth Doyle