Northern Lights
in Utqiaġvik (Barrow)

Utqiaġvik (Barrow), USA — about 70° geomagnetic latitude. Far north slope; any oval activity is overhead.

Can you see the aurora in Utqiaġvik (Barrow)?

Yes. From a dark site you need about Kp 0 for a faint glow low on the northern horizon, and roughly Kp 2 for bright aurora directly overhead. At 70° geomagnetic latitude this spot sits deep under the auroral oval — quiet nights are often enough.

When to go

The season runs late September to late March, when the nights are long and dark. You also need clear skies and a low moon — even a strong Kp is useless under cloud. Check tonight's live call above, then plan a night around the dark window, cloud and moon.

Nearby in North America

Thresholds are averages from a dark site. Real visibility also needs clear skies, darkness and a cooperative moon — read every number as a chance, not a guarantee. The map is schematic: the auroral oval is drawn at a nominal 66° and the marker is approximate.