University
of Alaska, Fairbanks
How often are the Northern Lights visible where you live? Forecasts
and information help you know when to expect viewings in your area.
University of
Alaska
Predictions, facts, and information from the University of Alaska are
an important source of information. Will the lights be visible in your
area tonight?
Aurora Sentry
This site helps one in the monitoring and viewing of the
aurora. View the images of planet earth to tell the most likely spots
on earth for the lights to appear.
Auroras
2000
Gain information about viewing the aurora (northern and
southern) from NOAA. Sections of the site provide knowledge about
NASA as well as glossary terms, links to Quick Time movies, photographs
and images from space, and general information about the sun.
Viewing Tips
If you are at high latitude (closer to one of the poles) your chances
to see the Northern Lights are improved. This general perception is not
always true. Learn more about the magnetic latitude to better understand
this concept. Click on cities and find out information!
Photographing
the Aurora
If you are interested in photographing the aurora, check out this
site! You will discover tips for cameras, exposure settings, and film
based on tried and true experiences.
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Viewing,
Forecasting