Where can I see the Aurora Borealis (the northern lights)?

Question

Are there any places in the continental US where I can see the Aurora Borealis? Also, can it be seen only during select times of the year? I am in the Portland metro area of Oregon.

Answer 1

The aurora is a bright glow observed in the night sky, usually in the polar zone. For this reason some scientists call it a "polar aurora" (or "aurora polaris"). In northern latitudes, it is known as the aurora borealis (IPA /ɔˈɹɔɹə bɔɹiˈælɪs/), which is named after the Roman goddess of the dawn, Aurora, and the Greek name for north wind, Boreas. Especially in Europe, it often appears as a reddish glow on the northern horizon, as if the sun were rising from an unusual direction. The aurora borealis is also called the northern lights since it is only visible in the North sky from the Northern Hemisphere. The aurora borealis most often occurs from September to October and from March to April. Its southern counterpart, aurora australis, has similar properties.

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Answer 2

Livin into the range of the artic circle.

Answer 3

Best place is in Alaska

Answer 4

you'll need to go to alaska for that.