Where And When To See The Aurora Borealis

Northern Lights Expected to Dance Over Oregon Tonight

Where and When to See the Aurora Borealis

A live map provides the most accurate aurora borealis forecast for Oregon tonight, including Portland, Bend, and the rest of the state.

The celestial show is expected to be visible directly overhead in most northern communities, weather permitting. The best time to see the aurora is typically between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., when the sky is darkest.

The aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, is a natural light display in the sky, primarily visible at high latitude regions. It is caused by the solar wind interacting with the Earth's magnetic field. The solar wind is a stream of charged particles released from the Sun, and when it interacts with the Earth's magnetic field, it creates a colorful display of light.

The aurora borealis is a truly awe-inspiring sight, and it is something that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. If you are lucky enough to be in Oregon tonight, be sure to look up and enjoy the show!