What month is the best to see the Northern Lights?

The most asked question when you come to Tromsø:
✨ What month is the best to see the Northern Lights?
And the answer is…
🌌 Any month from September until the end of March!
Each month here in Tromsø has its own special charm 💙
🍁 September & October – Autumn Aurora
Still autumn months 🍂 You can enjoy the cozy warmth of Norway and see the Northern Lights without heavy winter jackets or boots!
Wait for Lady Aurora all night long—without freezing ❄
The forests are full of color, and in early September you can even find wild blueberries and cloudberries 🫐
Perfect time for mountain hikes and fresh Arctic air 🥾🍃
🌨 November – Winter Begins
Time to set the scene for a winter fairy tale—one month early 🎬✨
Fewer guests, peaceful atmosphere, and the first snowflakes begin to fall 🌨
Starting November 1st, reindeer tours begin 🦌 and the whales return to the fjords 🐋
By the end of the month, the Polar Night begins—get ready for magical twilight skies 🌌🌒
🎄 December – Arctic Wonderland
Winter is here in full force! ❄☃
Alongside Northern Lights tours, enjoy whale watching, reindeer visits, snowmobiles, snowshoeing, and husky sledding 🐾🛷
It’s a magical place to celebrate Christmas and welcome the New Year 🎅🎆
Just remember—it’s high season, so book early! 📅
🧣 January – Calm & Cosy
A peaceful time with fewer guests 🤍
Lots of snow, Polar Night beauty, and all the winter adventures waiting just for you ✨
It’s also your last chance to see the whales before they leave 🐋
☀ February – The Sun Returns
Goodbye Polar Night, hello Arctic sun! 🌞
Bright blue skies by day and glowing Auroras by night 💚
Skiing, fjord cruises, and all the snow-filled fun continues ⛷🚠
It’s a true winter fairy tale 💫
🌟 March – The Best of Both Worlds
Think March is too late? Not in Tromsø!
Long days, dark nights, and deep snow make it ideal for winter lovers ☃
Northern Lights? Still dancing above you 💃🌌
All the experiences are still running—it’s the perfect final chapter of the Arctic winter!