Increased Frequency of Northern Lights: The Explanation

Due to ongoing solar activity, the northern lights may be more common in the coming months. Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) from the sun can create stunning auroras when they interact with oxygen and nitrogen in Earth's magnetic fields. Solar Cycle 25, which began in December 2019, will cause space weather and more CMEs, leading to more chances to see the northern lights. NOAA offers single-day and next-day forecasts for potential northern light viewing, with Alaska and Canada having the most frequent opportunities to see the auroras.