February or March for Northern Lights??

Wonder if any of you have a view on the advantages /disadvantages in choosing between February or March for a northern lights cruise. We are looking 2018, and have 3 choices of date - 25 Feb, 9 March or 21 March. I realise that whether we see the lights or not is down to mother nature, but are wondering about any other aspects to think about. Eg ....how much snow is about, hours of light and darkness ....or anything else I havent thought of! Even the weather in the North sea....?

February. The darker it is the better it is, therefore February is to prefer. End of march might be on the limit if you are unlucky.

February. The darker it is the better it is, therefore February is to prefer. End of march might be on the limit if you are unlucky.

Agree!

I grew up in the north of Sweden.

February will be colder and with more darkness and snow, but if the northern light is what you want to see cold and darkness is what you need.

One thing my brother learnt when he got a 'cheap' trip to see the Northern Lights...check when the full moon is, 'cos if its bright (like it was for him), you won't see them!

Simon

Just checked for you...2nd March & 31st March 2018