2024 was the year of the northern lights. It wasn’t just one night, but multiple events throughout the year lit up the night skies of the Pacific Northwest. A peak in the solar cycle helped bring the dazzling display to much of the continental U.S. in 2024.

From snow and ice to triple-digit heat, and from flash flooding to extreme drought, 2024 had it all. Here’s a look back at some of the biggest weather stories of the year.