Limited Expectations for Northern Lights Viewing in the US This Week
The forecast for a grand aurora borealis display on Wednesday night has been downgraded, with the visibility expected to be limited to Canada and potentially the far northern United States. The 3-day forecast shows a lower potential for viewing the northern lights, as forecasters are now able to track real-time solar activity. The Kp values, which indicate the possibility of viewing the aurora, are expected to be around three to four, significantly lower than the initial forecast of six. The best viewing time is from 10 PM Wednesday to 2 AM Thursday, but chances of seeing anything notable are slim unless there is a last-minute significant change to the forecast.
- Expectations now low for Wednesday night aurora viewing WANE
- Here's where the Northern Lights may be visible in Washington on Wednesday night KING5.com
- Northern lights unlikely to be seen in most states this week, experts say The Washington Post
- Northern lights could be visible in more than a dozen US states this week The Guardian US
- Northern Lights delight sky gazers in 17 American states; How far Georgians have to travel 11Alive.com WXIA
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