The Nordic nation is a dream destination for aurora hunters.
Thenorthern lightsare triggered by electrically charged particles from the sun smashing into Earth’s magnetic field.
Equinox means “equal night,” when there are 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness.
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Aurora activity peaks duringsolar maximum, when the sun reaches its most active point in its 11-year cycle.
The next solar maximum is predicted to begin in 2025.
The probability indicator goes from dark green at zero percent to vibrant red when activity is high.
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The beautifulThingvellir National Parkis a popular destination from Reykjavik.
It’s a classic place to photograph the northern lights, as is nearby Icy Beach.
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This small town’s chief attraction is the mighty Skogafoss waterfall.
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Thermal suits and boots are not provided, so wear your warmest clothing before hopping on the bus.
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