{"id":18394,"date":"2019-01-03T11:15:04","date_gmt":"2019-01-03T10:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=18394"},"modified":"2019-11-27T11:49:43","modified_gmt":"2019-11-27T10:49:43","slug":"what-are-the-southern-lights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/what-are-the-southern-lights\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are The Southern Lights? Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It&#8217;s something millions of people dream about: settling in for a night of <a href=\"\/travel-guide\/stargazing\">stargazing<\/a>, looking up, and seeing striking shades of green, blue, and purple dancing along the night sky. Plenty of people have heard of the northern l<g class=\"gr_ gr_93 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"93\" data-gr-id=\"93\">ights<\/g>, but are less familiar with their cousin to the south: Aurora Australis, or the southern lights. What are they? What&#8217;s the difference between the northern and southern lights? We&#8217;re here to answer all your questions and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What are the <g class=\"gr_ gr_8 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"8\" data-gr-id=\"8\">southern<\/g> lights?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The southern lights are a natural phenomenon found in the Southern Hemisphere, especially closer to the South Pole. They are caused when the Sun drives solar wind away from itself, causing high-energy particles to strike the Earth&#8217;s magnetic field. When these particles collide with oxygen in the Earth&#8217;s atmosphere, they produce red or green light; when they collide with nitrogen, the light produced is green and purple.<\/p>\n\n\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/northern-lights-vs-southern-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Northern Lights vs Southern Lights: What is the Difference?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While the same process occurs to create the northern lights, the lights differ depending on where you are. Some places see bold shades of purple, and other deep, barely-noticeable green. It&#8217;s difficult to determine exactly where which <g class=\"gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling multiReplace\" id=\"7\" data-gr-id=\"7\">colours<\/g> will be seen, and how visible they&#8217;ll be if they appear, but the southern lights, when seen, are absolutely unforgettable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-19955\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL1-min.jpg\" alt=\"The southern lights\" class=\"wp-image-19955 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL1-min.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL1-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>The southern lights are one of the most incredible sights in the world! | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/49937157@N03\/7574370130\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Andrew Sparrow\/Flickr (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Andrew Sparrow\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>How are the southern lights different from the <g class=\"gr_ gr_20 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"20\" data-gr-id=\"20\">northern<\/g> lights?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The short answer is: they aren&#8217;t! The southern lights and the northern lights are caused by the exact same natural phenomenon, and their only main difference is location. However, that doesn&#8217;t mean there aren&#8217;t benefits to choosing to go looking for the southern l<g class=\"gr_ gr_72 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"72\" data-gr-id=\"72\">ights<\/g> instead of their northern counterpart! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, the southern lights aren\u2019t as well-known as the northern l<g class=\"gr_ gr_39 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"39\" data-gr-id=\"39\">ights<\/g>. That means many of the best viewing points won\u2019t be as crowded as similar spots in the northern hemisphere might be. It\u2019s also important to remember that, if you\u2019re more familiar with the northern hemisphere, you\u2019ll find that the seasons are reversed; winter, the best time to see the Southern Lights, takes place from March to September. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Best places to see the Southern Lights<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for some incredible views day <i>and <\/i>night, you\u2019ll find them in Queenstown. Settled against the country\u2019s Southern Alps and on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, visitors can enjoy thrills such as bungee jumping in the summer and skiing in the winter. They don\u2019t call themselves the \u201cadventure capital of New Zealand\u201d for nothing! For a truly incredible experience, try sleeping outside; imagine laying in a sleeping bag, looking up, and seeing the southern l<g class=\"gr_ gr_35 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"35\" data-gr-id=\"35\">ights<\/g>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL4-min.jpg\" alt=\"A lake surrounded by mountains in Queenstown, New Zealand\" class=\"wp-image-19958 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL4-min.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL4-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>Just one of the gorgeous views in Queenstown | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/D9q8pFooJ-g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Max Lawton\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Max Lawton\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Falkland Islands<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These remote islands in the Southern Pacific Ocean are more than 8,000 miles from the United Kingdom, but they remain a British territory! Here, you\u2019ll find native species such as penguins, whales, and seals, stunning coastlines, British comfort food, and, of course, plenty of opportunities to spot the southern lights! The Falkland Islands are often a port of call on Antarctic cruises, so you may be able to experience more than one destination when you visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL5-min.jpg\" alt=\"a flock of penguins in the Falkland Islands\" class=\"wp-image-19959 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL5-min.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL5-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>Chances are, your visit to the Falklands will include penguins! | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/D9q8pFooJ-g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Yuriy Rzhemovskiy (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Yuriy Rzhemovskiy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Antarctica<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For <g class=\"gr_ gr_9 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace\" id=\"9\" data-gr-id=\"9\">travellers<\/g> looking to truly do it all, Antarctica is the best place to see the <g class=\"gr_ gr_24 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"24\" data-gr-id=\"24\">southern<\/g> lights. Not only will you enjoy one of the last completely light-free areas in the world, <g class=\"gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar multiReplace\" id=\"7\" data-gr-id=\"7\">you\u2019ll<\/g> rub elbows (or wings!) with penguins, kayak amongst massive icebergs, and visit the least-visited continent. Antarctica is only accessible through certain reputable tour agencies and cruise lines, so make sure to do your research before deciding on your trip. Note: Antarctic cruises do not run during the winter, so visitors may not be able to see the lights as clearly as they may in other locations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"450\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL6.jpg\" alt=\"Three killer whales surfacing in search for food in antarctica\" class=\"wp-image-19960 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL6.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL6-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/450;\" \/><figcaption>Just some of the incredible wildlife you can see in Antarctica | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/wT-dwxXCsE8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9  Bryan Goff\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9  Bryan Goff\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/what-to-expect-on-a-cruise-to-antarctica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">What to Expect on a Cruise to Antarctica<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Ushuaia, Argentina<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Can\u2019t quite make it to Antarctica? Ushuaia is the next best thing &#8211; and an amazing destination in its own right. This town in Argentina, nicknamed \u201cThe End of the World,\u201d is the gateway to Antarctica. Exploring Ushuaia means learning about maritime history in one of their several museums, scuba diving amongst king crabs, and some incredible skiing. Outdoor activities are plentiful, as are the opportunities to view the <g class=\"gr_ gr_22 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"22\" data-gr-id=\"22\">southern<\/g> lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL2-min.jpg\" alt=\"A lighthouse in the ocean in Ushuaia, Argentina\" class=\"wp-image-19956 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL2-min.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL2-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>Ushuaia is referred to as &#8220;The End of the World.&#8221; | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/lbaXsukt7Cs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Dennis Fidalgo\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Dennis Fidalgo\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Tasmania<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If national parks are your thing, you absolutely must check a visit to Tasmania off your list! This isolated island off the south coast of Australia is filled with open-air museums and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Nature lovers, take note: about 42% of Tasmania is protected land! Visitors can enjoy hiking trails, rafting, kayaking amongst native seal species, surfing, and countless other outdoor activities. If that wasn\u2019t amazing enough, Tasmania is also a fantastic place to view the <g class=\"gr_ gr_22 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"22\" data-gr-id=\"22\">southern<\/g> lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL3-min.jpg\" alt=\"The view from the back of a van with the windows opened; the ocean and christmas lights hanging around the van\" class=\"wp-image-19957 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL3-min.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/SL3-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/454;\" \/><figcaption>Camping in Tasmania can be absolutely beautiful | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/flWsg878m_I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Manuel Meurisse\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Manuel Meurisse\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Best times to see the <g class=\"gr_ gr_8 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"8\" data-gr-id=\"8\">southern<\/g> lights<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is, auroras can occur year-round! The bad news, however, is they\u2019re almost impossible to predict, so even the most carefully-planned trips may not result in a viewing. Of course, when you\u2019re <g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\">travelling<\/g> to the incredible places where the southern l<g class=\"gr_ gr_25 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"25\" data-gr-id=\"25\">ights<\/g> can be seen, no trip is wasted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to see the southern l<g class=\"gr_ gr_15 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"15\" data-gr-id=\"15\">ights<\/g>, however, is in the winter, which lasts from March to September, at around midnight. The darker the sky, the better, since some auroras can be extremely faint and unnoticeable at first. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Viewing the southern l<g class=\"gr_ gr_17 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"17\" data-gr-id=\"17\">ights<\/g> is the kind of bucket-list experience you\u2019ll be talking about for years and years to come. While it can be difficult to organize a trip to these remote corners of the world, and there are no guarantees when it comes to the Southern Lights, it\u2019s always worth trying! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><i>Have you ever seen the southern lights? Tell us about it! <\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s something millions of people dream about: settling in for a night of stargazing, looking up, and seeing striking shades of green, blue, and purple dancing along the night sky. Plenty of people have heard of the northern lights, but are less familiar with their cousin to the south: Aurora Australis, or the southern lights. 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