5 Places On Earth Where the Sun Never Rises In Winter

Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: 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.

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