Where Are the Northern Lights Likely to Appear in the U.S. This Week?

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Anchorage, Alaska: Anchorage is one of the best places in the U.S. to see the Northern Lights, especially during periods of high solar activity.

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Fairbanks, Alaska: Located further north than Anchorage, Fairbanks offers excellent opportunities to view the auroras, particularly during clear, dark nights.

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Barrow, Alaska: This far northern town, now known as Utqiaġvik, is ideal for Northern Lights viewing due to its high latitude and long nights.

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Minnesota’s Boundary Waters: The remote location of this wilderness area provides a dark sky, enhancing the chances of seeing the auroras. – 

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Upper Peninsula of Michigan: Areas like Munising or Houghton in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula offer good viewing conditions when solar activity is strong.

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North Dakota’s Theodore Roosevelt National Park: The park’s rural location and clear skies make it a favorable spot for Northern Lights sightings.

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Northern New England: Locations like the northern parts of New Hampshire and Maine may occasionally see the Northern Lights, especially during strong geomagnetic storms.

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