Aurora Borealis to Light Up Northern US for Next Few Nights

To get the best photographs of aurora borealis, National Geographic recommends using a wide-angle lens, a low shutter speed and a tripod for stability. If using an iPhone, night mode can help ...
The sun is at the peak of its 11-year cycle. That means an uptick in solar flares will lead to more chances to see the northern lights over the next couple of years.