Where to Watch the Northern Lights in Montana

The aurora borealis may be visible for Montana residents on Thursday night due to a strong G3 Geomagnetic Storm. If you want to get a good view of the Northern Lights, here are a few tips on how to find the best spot.

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Usually, when there's a significant geomagnetic storm, Montana gets an impressive show. The further north you are, the better.

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The Best Places in Montana to See the Northern Lights

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, a coronal mass ejection (CMA) is an eruption of solar material and magnetic fields. When they hit the earth, a geomagnetic storm can occur.

Last year, the aurora borealis was visible several times in Montana. Residents flooded social media with pictures from the various events. If skies are clear, Montanans can usually get a great view of the Northern Lights.

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If you want to witness the aurora borealis, here are a few tips.

Get out of town, away from city lights
Find a place that's really dark
Be patient
The best viewing is between 10PM and 2AM (local time)
Check the forecast

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Montanans are fortunate when it comes to seeing the Northern Lights. There are great places for viewing across the state. According to the NOAA, some effects are possible to the power grid, satellite operations, and GPS.

Montana Northern Lights Pictures

8 Great Places to Watch the Northern Lights Near Bozeman

Witnessing the aurora borealis in Montana is truly magical. Here are some great places to get a good view in the Bozeman area.

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4 Super Fun Facts About Northern Lights.

The Northern Lights put on quite the show when they do appear. Living in Big Sky Country (Montana), you have the opportunity to get one of the best shows in the United States. With darkness falling across most of the state, you will have the opportunity to see the brightest colors.

Here are four fun facts you may not know about the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).

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