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Aurora Alert: Northern Lights Possible Across 10 U.S. States Tonight
science10 days ago

Aurora Alert: Northern Lights Possible Across 10 U.S. States Tonight

NOAA expects a minor G1 geomagnetic storm from a fast solar wind that could bring the northern lights to parts of the northern U.S. tonight into early Saturday, best seen after dusk in dark, rural areas. Potential viewing spans Alaska and northern states including Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Maine, aided by a new moon that darkens the skies. Auroras occur when solar wind energizes atmospheric gases.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#aurora-borealis#geomagnetic-storm#noaa
Aurora Alert: Solar Wind Could Paint the Sky Tonight
science18 days ago

Aurora Alert: Solar Wind Could Paint the Sky Tonight

NOAA forecasts a G1–G2 geomagnetic storm driven by high-speed solar wind from a coronal hole, potentially lighting up the aurora tonight through early Friday (May 8) across Alaska, Canada, and parts of the northern U.S.; the best viewing is late at night into the early morning hours with clear, dark skies, though cloud cover and light pollution can limit visibility, and activity may extend to southern latitudes like Michigan or New York depending on conditions.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#aurora-borealis#geomagnetic-storm#noaa
Night Sky Lights Up US: Aurora Could Reach 24 States Tonight
science1 month ago

Night Sky Lights Up US: Aurora Could Reach 24 States Tonight

NOAA forecasts a minor geomagnetic storm that could push the aurora well south of its usual range, potentially visible across 24 U.S. states tonight, with peak viewing between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time in clear, dark skies; Alaska is most favorable, but a broad swath from the West to the Northeast could see shimmering skies if conditions hold and solar activity remains strong.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#aurora-borealis#aurora-viewing#geomagnetic-storm
Northern Lights Light Up 25 States Tonight—Where to See Them
science1 month ago

Northern Lights Light Up 25 States Tonight—Where to See Them

The aurora borealis could be visible across 25 U.S. states tonight, from Alaska to parts of the Northeast, with the best views in dark, rural locations after nightfall (roughly 10 p.m.–2 a.m.). NOAA’s space weather forecast indicates varying auroral activity, so observers should seek clear northern horizons and consider long-exposure photography to capture the display.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#aurora-borealis#dark-skies#noaa-forecast
Giant Solar Hole Could Bring Northern Lights Across Several U.S. States This Weekend
space1 month ago

Giant Solar Hole Could Bring Northern Lights Across Several U.S. States This Weekend

A large coronal hole opened in the Sun’s atmosphere, sending high-speed solar wind toward Earth and potentially lighting up the Northern Lights across several northern U.S. states Friday night into Saturday morning (Idaho to New York). NOAA forecasts gusty geomagnetic activity (possible G2 storm), which could cause visible auroras under darker skies aided by a new moon. The auroras result from solar particles interacting with Earth’s atmosphere near the poles, driven by coronal holes and related solar wind structures.

via Live Science|
#aurora-borealis#coronal-hole#geomagnetic-storm
Aurora Alert: Northern Lights Visible Across 10 U.S. States Tonight
science2 months ago

Aurora Alert: Northern Lights Visible Across 10 U.S. States Tonight

NOAA SWPC forecasts the Northern Lights will be visible tonight across 10 northern U.S. states (including Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Montana, the Dakotas, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan and Maine) due to solar winds and a coronal mass ejection; best viewing from about 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. under dark skies away from city lights, with additional chances around the March 20 spring equinox.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#aurora-borealis#coronal-mass-ejection#northern-lights
Chasing a Fading Glow: Plan a Northern Lights Trip Before They Disappear
travel2 months ago

Chasing a Fading Glow: Plan a Northern Lights Trip Before They Disappear

After peaking in Oct 2024, the aurora borealis is fading as the solar cycle moves toward minimum; recent displays have even been seen in Florida, Mexico, and other southern urban skies. To maximize your chances before they fade, plan a high-latitude, dark-sky trip during clear, moonless nights, seek locations away from light pollution, and monitor space-weather forecasts for geomagnetic activity, staying flexible with dates and destinations.

via The Washington Post|
#aurora-borealis#dark-skies#northern-lights
Northern Lights Could Dazzle U.S. This Weekend, NOAA Forecasts Geomagnetic Activity
science2 months ago

Northern Lights Could Dazzle U.S. This Weekend, NOAA Forecasts Geomagnetic Activity

A NOAA‑issued G1 geomagnetic storm watch due to a high‑speed solar wind could bring the Northern Lights as far south as the U.S. border this weekend, with the best displays in northern states and parts of Canada. For optimal viewing, seek dark, north‑facing spots away from city lights between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.; the near‑90% illuminated moon may wash out faint auroras, so long‑exposure photography can help capture them.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#aurora-borealis#geomagnetic-storm#light-pollution
Northern Lights Hit Ten States Tonight Amid Solar Storm Watch
science2 months ago

Northern Lights Hit Ten States Tonight Amid Solar Storm Watch

A NOAA geomagnetic storm watch due to a high-speed solar wind stream could bring the aurora borealis to ten U.S. states tonight through the weekend, visible between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time if skies are clear. Best viewing is away from city lights; monitor live forecasts, and use Night Mode/Pro Mode on iPhones (preferably main lens, RAW if possible) for photos.

via New York Post|
#aurora-borealis#dark-skies#geomagnetic-storm
NASA probes black auroras from Alaska with twin rocket missions
space3 months ago

NASA probes black auroras from Alaska with twin rocket missions

NASA launched two suborbital sounding rockets from Alaska’s Poker Flat Research Range to study the electrical environment of auroras. The BADASS mission investigated black auroras by sending instruments up to about 360 km, while the GNEISS mission used a pair of rockets to map the currents in the aurora, effectively creating a 3D view of the plasma. The data aim to improve understanding of geomagnetic activity that can affect satellites and astronauts.

via Space|
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