~ Alaska Northern Lights ~

In Southcentral Alaska, the mild weather and dark skies of March and late September to early October provide the best time to view the northern lights. In the summer months, night skies are not dark enough and in midwinter, temperatures can be 40 degrees below zero.

In the northern Alaska, anywhere from Fairbanks to Barrow, impressive displays may be seen any time the sky is dark. Please note I said 'may be seen'. Displays are anything but predictable. That said, the best chances for a light show are around midnight wherever you are in Alaska.

If you are planning to visit Alaska, be sure to check out the State of Alaska Division of Tourism page. Information about
Fairbanks accomodations can be found through the Fairbanks Convention and Visitor's Bureau or the Fairbanks Association of Bed and Breakfasts.

Other resources are:
http://www.bbaa.alaska.com/
http://www.pfrr.alaska.edu/~pfrr/AURORA/FAQ.HTM

 

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