IS SEPTEMBER IS GOOD FOR THE NORTHERN LIGHTS?

Many people ask if September is a good time to spot the Northern Lights.
The answer is: absolutely yes! 

One of the main reasons September is so great is the equinox effect. Let’s break it down!

•  What Is the Equinox?
  The autumn equinox happens around September 22–23 (and the spring equinox in March).
  On these dates, day and night are nearly equal all over the world.
•  Why Does It Matter for Auroras?
  During the equinoxes, Earth’s tilt lines up in a way that makes it easier for charged solar particles to flow into our atmosphere.
  Scientists call this the Russell-McPherron effect: the Earth’s magnetic field is more “open” to the solar wind at these times.
• The result? More frequent and stronger geomagnetic storms, which means better aurora activity.
  Even without big solar flares, auroras are more common in September and March.

That’s why people often say the equinoxes are peak seasons for Northern Lights watching