{"id":30129,"date":"2026-07-13T15:42:34","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T15:42:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/13\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T15:42:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T15:42:34","slug":"best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/13\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Best places to witness the Northern Lights: Top destinations and when to visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-detail-19944394\">\n<p><h2 class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 schema-summary-target\">The Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are among the world&#8217;s most spectacular natural phenomena. From Norway and Iceland to Canada an&#8230;<button class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 mrtxt summary_expand\">Read More<\/button><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 phtshrgl\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/preferences\/source?q=cnbctv18.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"gglbtn CNBCTV18_on_google\" title=\"CNBCTV18 on Google\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"CNBCTV18 on Google\" title=\"No title\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"156\" height=\"34\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"phtshrgll\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/static\/images\/common\/cta-redirect.svg?impolicy=website&amp;width=156&amp;height=34\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 imageGallery\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 photo-article-body articleWrap\">\n<figure id=\"article-photo-19944394-0\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394.htm\" data-flag=\"true\" class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 para-img  photo-slide \">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 fgrimg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/images.cnbctv18.com\/uploads\/2026\/05\/troms-2026-05-cc8f928a172669e831dfc39622c7ae00.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=640&amp;height=360\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 p-img-count\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Image count\" title=\"Image count\" id=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"uncommon\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/_next\/static\/media\/img.d7072e01.svg\"\/><span class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><b class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\">1<\/b>\/<!-- -->9<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 img-info\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 \">\n<p class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><strong>1. Troms\u00f8, Norway:<\/strong> Often regarded as one of the world&#8217;s best destinations for viewing the Northern Lights, Troms\u00f8 offers frequent aurora sightings thanks to its location north of the Arctic Circle. The best time to visit is between late September and early April, with guided tours taking visitors away from city lights for optimal viewing. 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Abisko National Park, Sweden:<\/strong> Abisko National Park is known for its consistently clear skies, making it one of the most reliable places to see the Northern Lights. The viewing season runs from late September to early April, while the park&#8217;s low light pollution further improves visibility. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"article-photo-19944394-2\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394-3.htm\" data-flag=\"false\" class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 para-img  photo-slide \">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 fgrimg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/images.cnbctv18.com\/uploads\/2026\/07\/reykjavk-2026-07-62787f9f50439b529a010be22bdc5066.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=640&amp;height=360\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 p-img-count\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Image count\" title=\"Image count\" id=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"uncommon\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/_next\/static\/media\/img.d7072e01.svg\"\/><span class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><b class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\">3<\/b>\/<!-- -->9<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 img-info\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 d-none\">\n<p class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><strong>3. Reykjav\u00edk, Iceland:<\/strong> Iceland&#8217;s capital serves as a convenient base for Northern Lights trips, with several viewing locations just outside the city. The best time to visit is between September and April. Head beyond the city lights on clear nights for the best chance of seeing the aurora. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"article-photo-19944394-3\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394-4.htm\" data-flag=\"false\" class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 para-img  photo-slide d-none\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 fgrimg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/images.cnbctv18.com\/uploads\/2026\/07\/yellowknife-canada-2026-07-4bb7abfd5e8c14a8bec5a375b610cfc0.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=640&amp;height=360\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 p-img-count\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Image count\" title=\"Image count\" id=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"uncommon\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/_next\/static\/media\/img.d7072e01.svg\"\/><span class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><b class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\">4<\/b>\/<!-- -->9<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 img-info\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 d-none\">\n<p class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><strong>4. Yellowknife, Canada:<\/strong> Located directly beneath the auroral oval, Yellowknife is considered one of North America&#8217;s premier Northern Lights destinations. The best viewing conditions are typically between mid-November and early April, when clear skies are common. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"article-photo-19944394-4\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394-5.htm\" data-flag=\"false\" class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 para-img  photo-slide d-none\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 fgrimg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/images.cnbctv18.com\/uploads\/2026\/07\/rovaniemi-finland-2026-07-abc0bebd38f7c88c5a8cf1cc9c557f0b.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=640&amp;height=360\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 p-img-count\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Image count\" title=\"Image count\" id=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"uncommon\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/_next\/static\/media\/img.d7072e01.svg\"\/><span class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><b class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\">5<\/b>\/<!-- -->9<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 img-info\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 d-none\">\n<p class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><strong>5. Rovaniemi, Finland:<\/strong> Rovaniemi combines easy access to Arctic wilderness with excellent opportunities to see the Northern Lights. The aurora season extends from late August to early April, making it a popular destination for winter travellers. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"article-photo-19944394-5\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394-6.htm\" data-flag=\"false\" class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 para-img  photo-slide d-none\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 fgrimg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/images.cnbctv18.com\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kangerlussuaq-greenland-2026-07-09549bc5da992c5e9ffd230685b15330.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=640&amp;height=360\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 p-img-count\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Image count\" title=\"Image count\" id=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"uncommon\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/_next\/static\/media\/img.d7072e01.svg\"\/><span class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><b class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\">6<\/b>\/<!-- -->9<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 img-info\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 d-none\">\n<p class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><strong>6. Kangerlussuaq, Greenland:<\/strong> Greenland&#8217;s Kangerlussuaq is known for its stable weather and low levels of light pollution, providing favourable conditions for aurora viewing. The Northern Lights are most commonly visible between late September and early April. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"article-photo-19944394-6\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394-7.htm\" data-flag=\"false\" class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 para-img  photo-slide d-none\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 fgrimg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/images.cnbctv18.com\/uploads\/2026\/07\/fairbanks-usa-2026-07-c71171a33f324be2b0382d9d0bcc95af.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=640&amp;height=360\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 p-img-count\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Image count\" title=\"Image count\" id=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"uncommon\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/_next\/static\/media\/img.d7072e01.svg\"\/><span class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><b class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\">7<\/b>\/<!-- -->9<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 img-info\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 d-none\">\n<p class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><strong>7. Fairbanks, USA:<\/strong> Fairbanks sits beneath the auroral oval, giving visitors a high probability of seeing the Northern Lights during the viewing season. The best time to visit is from late August to late April, when long nights maximise visibility. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"article-photo-19944394-7\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394-8.htm\" data-flag=\"false\" class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 para-img  photo-slide d-none\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 fgrimg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/images.cnbctv18.com\/uploads\/2026\/07\/murmansk-russia-2026-07-7b9b2b7a1d64609e5c591036f23cc50f.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=640&amp;height=360\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 p-img-count\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Image count\" title=\"Image count\" id=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"uncommon\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/_next\/static\/media\/img.d7072e01.svg\"\/><span class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><b class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\">8<\/b>\/<!-- -->9<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 img-info\">\n<div class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85 d-none\">\n<p class=\"jsx-5f64a7e68694fc85\"><strong>8. Murmansk, Russia:<\/strong> Located above the Arctic Circle, Murmansk is one of northwest Russia&#8217;s most accessible destinations for viewing the Northern Lights. The best time to visit is between late September and early April, when long polar nights provide ideal conditions for aurora sightings. 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Abashiri, Japan:<\/strong> Situated on Japan&#8217;s northern island of Hokkaido, Abashiri can occasionally witness the Northern Lights during periods of strong solar activity. While sightings are less frequent than in Arctic destinations, the best chance is between October and March, particularly on clear nights. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><button type=\"button\" id=\"continue-btn\" aria-label=\"Continue Reading\" class=\"jsx-1878747631 continue-btn continue_reading\"><span class=\"jsx-1878747631 continue_reading\">Continue Reading<\/span><\/button><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/photos\/travel\/destinations\/best-places-to-witness-the-northern-lights-top-destinations-and-when-to-visit-19944394.htm\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are among the world&#8217;s most spectacular natural phenomena. 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Troms\u00f8, Norway: Often regarded as one of the world&#8217;s best destinations for viewing the Northern Lights, Troms\u00f8 offers frequent aurora sightings thanks to its location north of the&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":30130,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[47],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-30129","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30129","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=30129"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30129\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/30130"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30129"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=30129"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=30129"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}