Overview

• NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center projects a G1-class geomagnetic storm tonight with a Kp index of 5 out of 9, enhancing auroral displays far from the poles.
• The aurora could be seen across 15 U.S. states from Washington and Idaho through the Midwest and into northern New England.
• Most Canadian provinces are included in the forecast view line, with southern Ontario, B.C., Alberta and the Prairie provinces poised for displays.
• Observers are advised to seek unobstructed, dark locations between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. away from light pollution for the best chance to see the lights.
• The increased activity follows the 2024 solar maximum peak, which NOAA and NASA say will sustain frequent northern lights into early 2026.