or aurora borealis, are typically visible in far northern regions within 1,550 miles of the North Pole. While the colorful phenomena is regularly expected in Alaska, it is usually a rare sight in ...

According to the Space Weather Prediction Center, the northern lights have a higher chance to be seen across Canada and Alaska on Dec. 30.

Powerful eruptions from the sun are likely to interact with Earth's atmosphere on New Year's Eve, causing auroras in some locations.

Alaska has the highest likelihood of an aurora sighting Monday night (see map below). Other states with a lower likelihood of viewing the northern lights include Washington, Idaho, Montana ...