Inside the Polar Circle, there is no shortage of fascinating phenomena. Whether it’s summer or winter, there’s always something that draws a large number of visitors. The Polar Night is one of these natural phenomena that has long captivated tourists. While it may appear depressing at first, you will quickly realise that there is so much to be done during this time period.

What exactly are Polar Nights?

When the sun does not rise above the horizon for more than 24 hours, it is called a Polar Night. This is a winter phenomenon that occurs within the Polar Circle. The duration is determined by how close you are to the North Pole.

The sun does not rise above the horizon during this time, resulting in more than 24 hours of darkness. The amount of darkness during this period is also determined by how close you are to the Poles. That means you won’t have 24 hours of pitch black (though most of the day may be), but there will be several hours with blue hour, which can result in a magnificent, arctic light.