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Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.

Aurora alert: Incoming solar storm could spark northern lights as far south as New York tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Aurora chasers are on high alert for possible geomagnetic storm conditions from March 4 to March 5. Northern lights possible at mid-latitudes.

SpaceX, NASA to launch 1st mission to study aurora 'electrojets' in Earth's atmosphere
By Julian Dossett published
Scientists have been wondering about auroral electrojets for a long time. This mission could change how we understand them.

Why March is the best month to see the northern lights
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
According to scientists, March is the best month to see auroras due to heightened geomagnetic activity. We explore why this is the case and what we can expect this month.

Why the northern lights seem more frequent than ever — from solar science to smartphone snapshots
By Jamie Carter published
You may have noticed that more auroras have been visible in recent years, including from lower latitudes. Here's why the northern lights have been amped up lately.

Northern lights webcams: Watch the aurora borealis online for free
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference We have rounded up some of the best aurora webcam views so you can enjoy the wonder of the northern lights from the comfort of your own home.

Valentine's Day Aurora Alert: Geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights as far south as Michigan and Maine tonight and tomorrow
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Strong solar winds could supercharge the northern lights just in time for Valentine's Day.

NASA wants to launch rockets into northern lights to study 'black auroras'
By Samantha Mathewson published
NASA plans to fly two rockets through active auroras and study the unique ribbons of light that dance across the Alaskan night sky.

Aurora alert: Incoming solar storms could spark northern lights as far south as New York and Idaho tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Aurora chasers are on high alert for minor geomagnetic storm conditions from Jan. 24 through to Jan. 25. Northern lights might be visible over some northern and upper Midwest states.
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