The Northern Lights Might Be Visible From Kansas This Year
By Lisa Sammons|Published January 16, 2024
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Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. She is passionate about animal rescue and live music - traveling across the country to see a favorite band is a pretty regular occurrence! Being out hiking in the woods enjoying the scenery with her beloved dogs is another favorite hobby, and also checking out the Pokemon Go scene in whatever city she happens to be in at any given time (coffee and dog leash in hand). You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
The northern lights are typically thought of as a phenomenon only seen in exotic locales like extreme northerly spots such as Norway and Alaska, but they are occasionally visible within the continental U.S., too. This year, there’s an increased chance that you just might be able to see the northern lights in Kansas. Those in the know are already well-aware that there are some wonderful opportunities for stargazing in Kansas – all that rural land and lack of city lights is just perfect for admiring the constellations! Looking up at the night sky might be a little more special this year, though, if you happen to catch the northern lights in Kansas.
Have you ever seen the northern lights in person? While you don’t need a telescope or binoculars for this particular phenomenon, these are great to own if you love stargazing in Kansas.
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