Lapland Northern Lights
Explanation:
Early spring in the northern hemisphere is good season for
aurora
hunters.
Near an
equinox Earth's magnetic field is
oriented to favor interactions with the solar wind that trigger the
alluring glow of the
northern lights.
On March 28/29 the skies over Kaunispää
Hill, Lapland, Finland did not disappoint.
That night's expansive auroral curtains are captured in this
striking panoramic view that covers a full 360 degrees.
Local skywatchers were mesmerized by bright displays lasted
throughout the dark hours, shimmering with colors easily
visible to the naked eye.
Authors & editors:
Robert Nemiroff
(MTU) &
Jerry Bonnell
(USRA)
NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings,
and Disclaimers
NASA Official: Jay Norris.
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rights apply.
A service of:
LHEA at
NASA /
GSFC
& Michigan Tech. U.
