The mesmerizing auroras illuminate the skies overhead, contrasted against the city lights of Canada below, as captured in this remarkable footage.
Stunning Space Footage: Astronaut Captures Northern Lights from ISS
Stunning Space Footage: Astronaut Captures Northern Lights from ISS
A breathtaking video reveals the spectacular Northern Lights as seen from the International Space Station orbiting Earth.
In a breathtaking display, a recent video from the International Space Station (ISS) showcases the stunning auroras of the Northern Lights, highlighting vibrant greens and reds dancing across the Canadian sky. This celestial spectacle is typically viewed from the ground, particularly in high-latitude regions near the Arctic, but it can also be appreciated from the unique vantage point of space.
The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, occur as a result of disturbances in the Earth's magnetic field caused by solar winds—streams of charged particles emitted by the Sun. In a stunning shot recorded in January 2025, the ISS can be seen gliding over Canada, where the twinkling city lights emerge beneath the ethereal auroras. The video captures the moment as the space station ascends into the dawn, positioned 259 miles (or 417 kilometers) above the Atlantic Ocean.
This remarkable footage emphasizes the beauty of our planet from outer space while providing viewers with an immersive experience of this natural wonder. As the ISS continues its orbit, it offers a rare glimpse into the magnificence of phenomena like the Northern Lights, captivating audiences around the world.
The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, occur as a result of disturbances in the Earth's magnetic field caused by solar winds—streams of charged particles emitted by the Sun. In a stunning shot recorded in January 2025, the ISS can be seen gliding over Canada, where the twinkling city lights emerge beneath the ethereal auroras. The video captures the moment as the space station ascends into the dawn, positioned 259 miles (or 417 kilometers) above the Atlantic Ocean.
This remarkable footage emphasizes the beauty of our planet from outer space while providing viewers with an immersive experience of this natural wonder. As the ISS continues its orbit, it offers a rare glimpse into the magnificence of phenomena like the Northern Lights, captivating audiences around the world.
