The Northern Lights don’t last forever. Sometimes they flash for 10 minutes, then vanish for hours. You have to be patient—like waiting for a bus that might not come. But when it does, oh boy.
Set a timer for every 15 minutes. Go outside, scan the sky, then go back inside and warm up. Repeat until your toes go numb. Eventually, the sky will crackle and start glowing. It’s worth it.
What time is it for you right now?
Seriously. If it’s 8 p.m. and you’re reading this, go make coffee. You’ve got a two-hour wait. If it’s 10 p.m., grab your coat and a blanket. If it’s 2 a.m., you’re in prime zone—just look up now.
Northern lights tonight: Can you see them in New York?
And don’t forget to turn off your porch light. Light pollution is the aurora’s evil twin. The darker your yard, the better the show. Yes, your neighbors will think you’re a weirdo standing in total darkness. Let them.
