The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, have become more accessible to people in many parts of the world due to the sun’s upcoming solar maximum. This 11-year cycle is expected to last until mid-2025 and will bring more frequent coronal mass ejections (CMEs) that interact with the Earth’s atmosphere, producing the spectacular display of colors.
Historically, witnessing the Northern Lights required traveling to the Arctic Circle, but this year they have been visible in southern parts of the UK, France, Belgium, Denmark, and even parts of the USA. The increased visibility is due to larger storms that are more likely to occur during this period.
For those looking to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights next year, popular destinations include Iceland, Norway, Swedish Lapland, Finland, Greenland, Scotland, and Canada. However, there are also many resources available for people in their hometowns, such as AuroraReach, which provides visibility scores for cities worldwide.
Source: https://www.timeout.com/news/the-best-places-in-the-world-to-see-the-upcoming-once-in-a-decade-northern-lights-121824