5 Places On Earth Where the Sun Never Rises In Winter
Producer: Mehak PalEditor: Nisha Dubey
Here are some places where the sun never rises during winter.
Svalbard, Norway
Located in the Arctic Circle, Svalbard experiences a polar night that lasts for several weeks. The sun sets in late October and does not rise again until mid-February.
Barrow, Alaska, USA
Barrow in Alaska also experiences an extended period of darkness during winters. From late November to late January, the sun remains below the horizon.
Murmansk, Russia
Murmansk experiences polar nights for about 40 days during winter from early December to late January.
Nuuk, Greenland
It encounters polar nights that extend from early December to late January. You can witness the dance of the Aurora Borealis over the snow-covered landscapes.
Lapland, Finland
Finland is located within the Arctic Circle, where the axial tilt of the Earth results in the polar night phenomenon.