LANGUAGE EN MY TRIP (0) Previous BE INSPIRED BY THE LIGHT OF The Aurora Borealis Next Welcome to Fairbanks, Alaska! Chase the Aurora or Bask in the Midnight Sun Explore Fairbanks Responsibly This Aurora Season At 65 degrees north latitude, the sky takes on a capricious life of its own—a canvas for the aurora borealis, the midnight sun and sunsets and sunrises that last forever. Here there are serious mountain ranges, pristine rivers and lakes, abundant wildlife and a certain poignant solitude that is found nowhere else on earth. Locals embrace the natural world and have created a vibrant river city in the far north. Where else can you travel to such a remote locale and still enjoy all the amenities of a charming downtown, a thriving arts community, rich Alaska Native culture, authentic Alaskan activities and attractions and endless opportunities for exploration? AURORA AND MIDNIGHT SUN TRACKER Explore Fairbanks Previous VISIT COLORFUL PLACES NEARBY Interior + Next 1234 Check out our Explore Fairbanks Destination Video Request or View Visitor & Winter Guides GO When can I see the Aurora Borealis or Midnight Sun? During Aurora Season (August 21-April 21) in the Fairbanks region, the aurora borealis also known as the northern lights, almost always appears when the sky is relatively dark and clear. The Aurora Borealis Tracker correlates aurora forecast, weather conditions and time of day to determine aurora viewing possibilities in multiple locations. During the Midnight Sun Season (April 22- August 20), Fairbanks experiences 24 hours of sunlight for seventy days from May 17 to July 27. The Midnight Sun Tracker calculates the number of daylight hours, also known as civil twilight, 365 days a year in multiple locations. AURORA BOREALIS MIDNIGHT SUN CAN I SEE THE AURORA RIGHT NOW? Aurora Season: August 21-April 21 Check back frequently to see how up-to-the-minute, real-time aurora viewing opportunities change based on current aurora activity, weather and daylight. FAIRBANKS LOW CHANCES RIGHT NOW Mostly Cloudy -4°F/-20°C Click on place names to see how chances of seeing the aurora borealis differs based on location. FAIRBANKS -4°F/-20°C NORTH POLE -8°F/-23°C CLEARY SUMMIT 1°F/-18°C MURPHY DOME -7°F/-22°C CHENA STATE REC -11°F/-24°C COLDFOOT 3°F/-17°C FOR MORE INFO AND 3-DAY FORECAST Featured Events December 04, 2021 - December 05, 2021 THE DESIGN ALASKA HOLIDAY... Beloved Holiday Favorites to ring in the season. Concerts available on December 4th and December 5th... December 18, 2021 ALYESKA PIPELINE CELEBRATION... Fireworks display downtown over the Chena River from 8 – 8:20 PM in honor of the Winter... February 14, 2022 - March 31, 2022 WORLD ICE ART CHAMPIONSHIPS... THE MOST INTENSE COMPETITION IN THE WORLD Located in the heart of Alaska, Fairbanks; The Tanana... View Blog Previous 11/11/2021 Top Ten Unparalleled Winter Experiences READ MORE Next SELECT A REGION TO Explore the Area Use the map to explore five regions of Alaska or choose a region below. Fairbanks Denali Interior Arctic Alaskan Neighbors FAIRBANKS Golden Heart of Alaska Originally a gold rush boomtown, now known as the “Golden Heart City,” visitors find Fairbanks inviting, engaging and awe-inspiring—the heart of the... MORE NEED A PLACE TO STAY Browse Accommodations Previous Next All Lodging Bed & Breakfasts Hotels/Motels Lodges Vacation Rentals Cabins Hostels 101 Dunkel Street, Suite 111 Fairbanks, AK 99701-4806 Telephone: (907) 456-5774 Visitor Guide Request: 1-800-327-5774 Email: info@explorefairbanks.com About Explore Fairbanks Request or View Visitor & Winter Guides Enewsletter Sign-up BLOG © 2021 Fairbanks Convention & Visitors Bureau dba Explore Fairbanks. All rights reserved. Privacy & Terms | Sitemap | Partner Login | About Explore Fairbanks