When is the Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Alaska?

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  • @TheAuroraChasers
    @TheAuroraChasers  4 роки тому +27

    Thanks so much for watching! If you'd like to learn more, please check out the rest of this series and explore our channel for real-time Northern Lights footage as well.

    • @hellokitty2848
      @hellokitty2848 2 роки тому

      Thank you for sharing your knowledge about the NL!

    • @hollywiley5668
      @hollywiley5668 2 роки тому

      Our poles have accelerated their move.. we’ve been having a lot of solar storms as our magnetosphere weakens.. GSM here we come!!

  • @MichelleRoberts-v2u
    @MichelleRoberts-v2u Рік тому +4

    Thanks for all the tips. Planning a trip March 24. If things work out well a fall trip also!

  • @jdsullivan7023
    @jdsullivan7023 3 роки тому +3

    Glad I found this channel. Wife and I are getting married in October this year and spending our honeymoon in the great state Alaska. Can’t wait to see and explore all these fantastic things.

  • @amyfinlay1798
    @amyfinlay1798 4 роки тому +12

    I love both the educational content as well as the photography based one- I like the balance you have

    • @TheAuroraChasers
      @TheAuroraChasers  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the encouraging words Amy! We'll keep both coming.

  • @LauraerieL
    @LauraerieL 5 місяців тому

    OMGosh, thank you so much for posting this!
    I'm Team Both!!
    Been wanting to plan a trip, but the more I researched the less I understood with more questions and further confusion. This simplified things!
    Appreciate you sharing the insight!

  • @chivon9746
    @chivon9746 3 роки тому +14

    When I lived in Fairbanks,,,I saw them in February. I was told that the cold February was the best time.

    • @jesseflores7025
      @jesseflores7025 3 роки тому

      How was the weather ?? I’m going next February 🙏🏻🙌🏻

    • @chivon9746
      @chivon9746 3 роки тому +2

      @@jesseflores7025 I lived there in 1984/1985. The winter is VERY cold & daylight from around 9:00 AM THRU 3:00 PM. It is beautiful. Deep snow. Below zero at night & teens (maybe) in the daytime February is the coldest month,,,, that is why the best time to see Northern Lights.

    • @woodswalker88
      @woodswalker88 4 місяці тому +1

      @@chivon9746 how do you stay warm? 3 coats?

  • @mustang460jr
    @mustang460jr 8 місяців тому

    Thanks!

  • @anthonyjackson584
    @anthonyjackson584 2 роки тому +3

    I like the educational aspect so I can make better decisions on taking my first trip to Alaska. Great vid!!!

  • @RinaMeyers
    @RinaMeyers 4 роки тому +43

    We are planning to come in September 2021, so EXCITED!

    • @adamunoz567
      @adamunoz567 3 роки тому +2

      Us too! The 21st! It’s been on my bucket list!

    • @5thElementDFW
      @5thElementDFW 3 роки тому +2

      Awesome! I’m thinking about when and where to go. What city are y’all going to? Or are you going to the camp

    • @MarshyMitch
      @MarshyMitch 3 роки тому +2

      My family is also going this coming September

    • @saraiortiz1769
      @saraiortiz1769 3 роки тому +2

      Sameee!!!

    • @dishavictor5220
      @dishavictor5220 3 роки тому +2

      Same here

  • @naeemkhan116
    @naeemkhan116 2 роки тому +2

    Hi I am Naeem Khan from Pakistan in Southeast Asia very Far away from Alaska. Thank you very much for uploading such nice videos. Iam feeling that I am there and watching all this nature from your eyes.

  • @davidrspencer8108
    @davidrspencer8108 27 днів тому

    Thanks for the explanation of aurora's colors. We had Red aurora in Texas last October seen only with my Camera.

  • @paulinocorsino7927
    @paulinocorsino7927 4 роки тому +7

    Awsome presentation, thank you!
    Team Ronn. You gave me all the information i needed for my 2022 trip. See you there!

  • @estela4791
    @estela4791 Рік тому +1

    We are coming this last week of March, 2023 to celebrate my 63rd birthday with my hubby and with Team Marketa! Yay ! So exited !

    • @TheAuroraChasers
      @TheAuroraChasers  Рік тому +1

      Looking forward to it!

    • @estela4791
      @estela4791 Рік тому

      @@TheAuroraChasers we arrived Friday March 24,2023 . We were lucky to see a glorious and beautiful display of the Northern Lights. Thursday’s Northern Lights made it in the national evening news because it was seen almost in all of the USA ,Canada and Europe. Team Marketa knew where to go since they have their electronic gadgets ,experience to help them ( plus the weather,Mother Nature cooperated) There was hardly no wasted time since the lights were already there when we arrived around 1200 am. My hubby made a very good decision to rent one of their cameras and tripods. He got enough tutorials from Ronn. Team Marketa made sure everyone received help with their cameras, iPhones. They also had hot drinks and kept their van warm throughout the trip. Team Marketa even allowed us to make a short stop on the way home to see and take pics of more lights. People if your spending all the expense to fly to Alaska to see the Northern Lights ,you should get The Aurora Chasers.

  • @Bella-bb7fs
    @Bella-bb7fs 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I really enjoyed it. I found it very informative. And it's interesting, your pictures were absolutely breathtaking. I have been thinking about I moved up to last up from massachusetts and watching this was the little bit more in that director I'll definitely something out the rest of your videos.I know you posted the three years ago but i'm just now seeing so if you see my promise, thank you very much

  • @tnutz77
    @tnutz77 2 роки тому +3

    My daughter and I are planning on the first week of Oct this year for about 5 days in Fairbanks. She is wanting to see some Northern lights so I'm hoping she gets the chance at seeing them. Thanks for the video

  • @hellokitty2848
    @hellokitty2848 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you sooo much!! I was planning to go in January 2023….now I see it’s not a good idea!
    Thanks again, the pics here are awesome!!

  • @JosephTMeiroseIV
    @JosephTMeiroseIV 10 місяців тому

    Fam and I moving to Fairbanks from northern NY later this summer and we can't wait! Thanks for all the weather tips!

  • @tlewisAK
    @tlewisAK 3 роки тому +18

    As a 45 year fairbanksan, I’m team #Alaska. Fantastic job Ron. Keep up the great work.

  • @joseavila9899
    @joseavila9899 Рік тому

    Hi Ronn! I am more than exciting to go there and see the Northern Lights! Thanks for this amazing content. You Rock man! I really want to take a tour of yours!

  • @JanieP53
    @JanieP53 2 роки тому +1

    I like the fall idea!

  • @mariarahman5220
    @mariarahman5220 3 роки тому +4

    I wish to see those aurora lights iny lifetime 🥺💖love from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

  • @tomafitatl
    @tomafitatl 2 роки тому +1

    Awe you're so kind. Thanks for the info! Grateful.

  • @elizalopez8361
    @elizalopez8361 2 роки тому +3

    I am planning a trip and want to go in October so this is very helpful content. Places to stay, how to get around and things to do are all good things for this

    • @rubengh777
      @rubengh777 2 роки тому

      I would like to go sometime in October. I'm doing research for now. I would like to take a cruise with my wife but not sure on how to go about it, let me know if you have any ideas..

    • @geenhaaien
      @geenhaaien Рік тому

      how did the trip turn out? did you see the northern lights?

    • @elizalopez8361
      @elizalopez8361 Рік тому

      @@geenhaaien I haven’t gone yet. I will be there for the spring equinox

  • @maribelmartinez2595
    @maribelmartinez2595 4 роки тому +7

    Love the educational aspect! Perfect balance :) Can not wait to get up there.

  • @TheCtowncardinal
    @TheCtowncardinal 3 роки тому +9

    Awesome video! We want to take a trip there in November this year, essentially the whole thanksgiving break! We would love to see those beautiful northern lights. Just doing a lot of research to see what else is possible for us to do there during that week.

    • @dachosens1
      @dachosens1 2 роки тому +1

      how was your trip last Nov? we are thinkjng to go this Nov! thanks 🙏

  • @gloriacabezudo9208
    @gloriacabezudo9208 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for the information. I’m just learning about the Northern Lights. Hopefully I can visit Alaska in the near future

  • @t.h.nguyen5193
    @t.h.nguyen5193 2 роки тому +1

    Yah, #TeamRon for me! Love the beautiful autumn leaves!

  • @aidaflores5978
    @aidaflores5978 2 роки тому +2

    I have just been invited to work in Fairbanks in October. If I get the chance to go I should be there 13 weeks . I feel a little guilty cuz my daughter in law told me some time back that this is on her bucket list .. so I am gonna have to make it happen for her and my son one day ! Thanks for your video , so educational yet in simplified terms ! Hope to see them soon !

  • @rodrigopenna7778
    @rodrigopenna7778 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! Congratulations from Brazil and hopefully I'll be able to see the Aurora someday!

  • @zachsetzer2596
    @zachsetzer2596 3 роки тому +1

    I’ll be stationed here in Wainwright on August 28th 2021, super excited.

  • @heartofalaskahomesteadanda5425
    @heartofalaskahomesteadanda5425 4 роки тому +3

    Fall time is my favourite I love the reflections

  • @thomasschneider3876
    @thomasschneider3876 4 роки тому +7

    Thanks Ronn and Marketa for producing these wonderful and informative videos. Always looking forward to the next one!

    • @TheAuroraChasers
      @TheAuroraChasers  4 роки тому +1

      Thomas Schneider Thanks Tom! Always appreciate you tuning in and your encouragement.

  • @estela4791
    @estela4791 Рік тому +1

    We went and saw a glorious display of the Northern Lights Friday ,Ma4ch 24,2023. We were lucky to still have the lights after Thursday’s display which made the national news because it was seen in almost all of the USA, Canada and Parts of Europe

  • @nicelyfaithful
    @nicelyfaithful Рік тому

    Thanks for this so much...excited for my future journey. Sending love from NC. Love all yall do.

  • @wilmaedar9592
    @wilmaedar9592 3 роки тому +1

    We are visiting FAIRBANKS 1st week of November and I really appreciate your video giving us better idea during our visits.Thank you so much

  • @Chiefit
    @Chiefit 2 роки тому

    Me and my girlfriend were just talking about taking a trip and had no idea about tour guides. This video as awesome to the point not much dead time and enjoyable. Thank you and look forward to booking you all. I’m on a tour to play all 50 states and Alaska is on my list. So we will be headed that way.

  • @tiggermaxibo
    @tiggermaxibo 3 роки тому +1

    Love the science behind the aurora and the photography!

  • @chaplaincullerton1265
    @chaplaincullerton1265 11 місяців тому

    Great video. I'm happy to watch anything you talk about as I am excited to learn all I can. My trip is late August 2025. Getting ready and learning all I can.

  • @danabrown179
    @danabrown179 2 роки тому +2

    TeamRonn - glad I found your videos!

  • @beautifulflorida
    @beautifulflorida 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! Thank you so much for sharing! Aurora Borealis is gourgeous!

  • @tonysirawid
    @tonysirawid 2 роки тому +1

    thank you for the detailed info. i’m planning to get the best out of my vacation in AK.

  • @robertlehanka5688
    @robertlehanka5688 7 місяців тому

    It was interesting to find out about the seasons. I will catch up with you..

  • @ignaciaforteza7731
    @ignaciaforteza7731 2 роки тому

    Thank you ever so much. I enjoyed your knowledge on northern lights in Alaska. Wish I could make it there but I’m residing a bit on the other side of the world!!!
    Made it to Alaska four years ago in June and fell in love with “my Alaska”.
    I will be on the lookout for more of your videos. 👍🎄🎄🎄👍

  • @ganumaster6464
    @ganumaster6464 2 роки тому +1

    Lovely clip

  • @TravelingisFREEDOM
    @TravelingisFREEDOM 3 роки тому +5

    This seems to be a very charming place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future when all this is over. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much!

  • @mitchellkohrmann
    @mitchellkohrmann 3 роки тому +1

    I’ll be heading there late February into early March. Really hoping to see. Thanks for the advice.

  • @janmoore8241
    @janmoore8241 2 роки тому

    Good information to know. Thanks Ron. Now I know when to plan for. I hope I get to come. Always love the beautiful videos. Thank you.

  • @BoldFollower
    @BoldFollower Рік тому +1

    Watching the apps. Hoping to go up this season to the UP and catch them

  • @kittylynx8911
    @kittylynx8911 Рік тому

    This video was the first one I picked and I’m so glad I did ❤ my husband and I want to go for our honeymoon…once we save up…we will be married 2 years on 2 -22-22. I love the learning aspect as well ❤I will be sure to watch more ❤

  • @yashgodara2567
    @yashgodara2567 3 роки тому +2

    i am seeing this video for my assignment purpose. thanks for your insights. i am gonna link your video in my assignment too.

  • @catrinajamello2103
    @catrinajamello2103 3 роки тому +4

    Really appreciate recommendations on timing and super clear juxtaposition of seasons. Interested in more tips to prepare our camera skills and equipment!

  • @danielweinstein7189
    @danielweinstein7189 Рік тому

    Planning a trip for September hopefully we’ll see them. Bucket list to see them.

    • @sunset3052
      @sunset3052 Місяць тому

      Did you go and see the NL?

  • @puppinni
    @puppinni 3 роки тому +5

    #teamron! We're going in September to this beautiful land. Can't wait to continue learning from your videos.

  • @pamelanichols1990
    @pamelanichols1990 Рік тому

    Team Ronn❤ I came to Alaska on a cruise and did not see the Northman Lights so I’m definitely going to take your advice for fall. Thanks Ronn

  • @traygreer2037
    @traygreer2037 2 роки тому +1

    Am a big fan of Northern lights Never being to Alaska before very pleasingly

  • @jasonjiang3971
    @jasonjiang3971 2 роки тому +1

    I'm planning to visit Fairbanks someday between February and mid April to see the Northern Lights because it's the months with the most clear weather especially in March.

  • @JayBirdd1017
    @JayBirdd1017 Рік тому

    I live in Fairbanks on CHSR I love the camera you guys have I own Interior Tree And Landscaping I have seen some beautiful shows some of the best I have seen is when the KP Index was a 2 but it was extremely cold and clear skies and I am in a great location as well with no lights messing it up

  • @keithorcarrieedmonson7603
    @keithorcarrieedmonson7603 2 роки тому +1

    Team RON! I love love the fall lights!
    Nothing better than Alaska in Sept!

  • @kiwicory100
    @kiwicory100 2 роки тому +1

    great video

  • @adriennefrost2471
    @adriennefrost2471 2 роки тому

    Great information. Very helpful as I plan a trip. Nice to have somebody answer the question of when and why to come up to see the light.

  • @stevenb7319
    @stevenb7319 2 роки тому +1

    #TeamRonn. Great info. Thank you for the great video.

  • @berniestang2616
    @berniestang2616 2 роки тому +1

    PLEASE KEEP PRODUCING…
    Im dreaming of coming .

  • @keithfolse4068
    @keithfolse4068 2 роки тому

    Northern Lights Fanatic here! We're going to Fairbanks in March, our 3rd trip. We've only seen the lights once there before, so we're hoping that being within a week of the equinox will help. (We have seen the lights in Alta and Tromsø in Norway.). GREAT VIDEO... Your production and delivery are excellent. Very good voice for any kind of educational material. (I am a professor teaching online who makes many videos for my own classes, so I really do appreciate your voice and delivery here tremendously.). Again, GREAT JOB!!!

  • @sadhanasahasrabuddhe5130
    @sadhanasahasrabuddhe5130 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you. That was very informative

  • @bkypes
    @bkypes 7 місяців тому

    Glad I saw this before booking my January flights. Booked a refundable airbnb today lol.

  • @duanedupon4360
    @duanedupon4360 3 роки тому

    Heading your way in two weeks...Looking forward to meeting you and seeing the lights!! #TeamRonn

  • @stonchong
    @stonchong 2 роки тому +1

    #TeamRonn as we'll be up there 24-26 September. Hopefully will get a chance to meet you both and experience the magic!

  • @artbrown3309
    @artbrown3309 4 роки тому +4

    You covered it well! Enjoying the videos 👍 I’m afraid I like both times of year, each with their own benefits! So it’s both teams 😉

    • @TheAuroraChasers
      @TheAuroraChasers  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Art! And yes, you are an addict! But you're in good company. ;-)

  • @nibekus
    @nibekus Рік тому

    I went to Alaska at the end of January 2022 and was there for a week. Sadly it was cloud coverage during my entire stay and clear skies didn't happen until a couple days after I left. I hope to see the Northern lights one day. Its on my bucket list.

  • @iamerind
    @iamerind 3 роки тому +1

    Perfect video. I love the balance of education and adventure.

  • @melissaromero1902
    @melissaromero1902 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome! So excited were coming in mid Sept #TeamRonn 😁

  • @robertorr9191
    @robertorr9191 3 роки тому

    Great information, considering visiting from Australia September 2022, Here's hoping.

  • @yecats423
    @yecats423 Рік тому

    I love this video. It was very helpful. I'm still torn between October 2024 or end of February 2025. I definitely want to do a photography trip with your group.

  • @rosaotero6526
    @rosaotero6526 3 роки тому +3

    Team marketa 😀 I’m thinking in February or March. My baby and I have been chasing Auroras since she was 1yr as an annual tradition. Previously in the Nordics but after Corona now will be Alaska 🤍 Once an Aurora lover, always an Aurora hunter ❤️

  • @DancerOfClouds
    @DancerOfClouds 3 роки тому +1

    You guys are doing awesome video's. Keep up the great work

  • @captainskippy6622
    @captainskippy6622 10 місяців тому

    Wife and I went in September a few years ago for several weeks. It rained most of the time and we only saw a slight green one night. So disappointing but an incredible trip otherwise. We are planning on a February trip now. Some friends just got back from a February trip and saw them basically the whole time

  • @soulprovider915
    @soulprovider915 3 роки тому +1

    I would probably say I would go around March because I can’t wait till next September! I’ve waited long enough!

  • @lesliesantos74
    @lesliesantos74 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the info

  • @guitar-picker
    @guitar-picker Рік тому +2

    Team Ronn! Would like to come in the fall. I love the idea of shooting pictures with a lake or trees in the foreground.
    how much camera gear should I bring? Would I need a wide and or a super wide angle lens or both?
    Thanks for a great video.

  • @scooterbelle7825
    @scooterbelle7825 2 роки тому

    #TeamRonn for sure! We will be traveling from FL to Fairbanks from Oct 12-19 2022 & hope to see them then! I just found your videos & have enjoyed all of them, TYVM! Now off to learn what to pack...

  • @jacquedaniels2485
    @jacquedaniels2485 3 роки тому

    great information, thanks #Team Ron for warmer weather😀

  • @youngedwards3265
    @youngedwards3265 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks. Very helpful.

  • @terilamb6412
    @terilamb6412 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much!!! Going to Fairbanks in November. My son is a budding photographer and we decided to take a long weekend to explore Alaska. And suggestions for him to be wowed?

  • @12388753
    @12388753 Рік тому +1

    I live in Agder, Norway, and I agree with you, Ronn 😊 The winter/early spring are nice times to hunt the northern lights, but the beautiful colors of the vegetation in the autumn(epecially early autumn) kinda adds a lot to the scenery.
    Another plus is that most of my friends are less busy in the fall, so it's easier to get a friend with me on my trips 😊
    I have had 2 very successful nights so far this aurora-season, with colours and more detail in the auroras. The first time was in October and the second in February. I also saw it a couple of times in the winter, but it was less colourful, and not as bright. Didn't last as long eather. So it is definitely true that you typically get better results around the equanoxes. But last season, the best night was right before Christmas, so it's not always better around the equinoxes, but typically, yes 😊
    Love your videos, by the way 🌌

    • @TheAuroraChasers
      @TheAuroraChasers  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the kind words and glad you're getting some good shows. Hopefully you caught that amazing display last week.

    • @12388753
      @12388753 Рік тому

      @@TheAuroraChasers Saw it, but my camera can't take pictures of the northern lights 😔

    • @caridadsuratos9054
      @caridadsuratos9054 Рік тому

      Thanks for the awesome video, it has been my dream to see the AURORA BOREALIS for real, seeing it on the video make me feel Ive seen it for real..thank you.😘

  • @avileawillis4002
    @avileawillis4002 3 роки тому

    Beautiful and very helpful…thank you

  • @DebbieSonnleitner
    @DebbieSonnleitner Рік тому

    TeamRonn...going early September fingers crossed to see this beautiful site

    • @143loveMIT
      @143loveMIT 11 місяців тому

      Hi, I am planning to go this coming September. Did you end up seeing it?

  • @riamunoz-licup3510
    @riamunoz-licup3510 2 роки тому +1

    Going on Alaska cruise on September 2022.. hoping to get lucky and see these amazing lights #TeamRon

  • @benranes9727
    @benranes9727 3 роки тому +2

    They were beautiful earlier tonight .

  • @charlottejohnson9301
    @charlottejohnson9301 2 роки тому

    Thank you I want to see the northern light I hope one day I can make my dream come true

  • @davidroberts3753
    @davidroberts3753 10 місяців тому

    thanks for sharing

  • @dikshitadesai
    @dikshitadesai 2 роки тому

    This is so helpful
    Thank you❤️

  • @francisaerol
    @francisaerol 3 роки тому +3

    #TeamRonn about to travel this first week of September, hope I get to see the NL.

    • @meghalchaudhari7278
      @meghalchaudhari7278 3 роки тому +1

      Hi, how did it go? I really hope you got to see the northern lights

  • @berniestang2616
    @berniestang2616 2 роки тому +1

    Love your videos…
    U are still running tours ??
    Thanks !!

  • @anneshatalukdar3376
    @anneshatalukdar3376 3 роки тому +1

    This is such an amazing and informative video! We are planning to visit in 2021 September and this gave us soo much information. Thanks :)

    • @SB-ck7jv
      @SB-ck7jv 3 роки тому

      I'm going in September too. Jai hind

  • @CrownCaptures
    @CrownCaptures 2 роки тому +1

    #TeamRonn and so helpful, thank you 🙏🏼

  • @ovelillas
    @ovelillas 4 роки тому +6

    #teammarketa. I love having snow lighting up the landscape in stead of the dark landscape we have during the fall.

  • @patnelson476
    @patnelson476 2 роки тому

    Excellent video, Ronn! I'm on Team #BOTH.

  • @nicholaso08
    @nicholaso08 2 роки тому

    Great information I like February you have any tour? Thanks

  • @esthersuh246
    @esthersuh246 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for the wonderful video. Is April good time to see aurora?
    Planning to come April 7, 2025.

  • @manuscriptsdontburn
    @manuscriptsdontburn 4 роки тому +2

    #TeamRon Thank you for all your videos, I watch whatever you post.

    • @TheAuroraChasers
      @TheAuroraChasers  4 роки тому

      Thank you Ms S! Sure appreciate it.

    • @kimabbott6544
      @kimabbott6544 3 роки тому

      #TeamRon, a group of 6 are planning 2022. Being Seniors not sure I could take the cold . This is the top of my bucket list.