Overview
- NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center expects minor geomagnetic storming at G1 levels with Kp around 4–5, with brief G2 spikes possible.
- Best viewing typically falls between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, with chances improving if activity intensifies overnight.
- NOAA’s aurora view line covers parts of Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan and Maine, with Alaska and northern Canada holding the strongest odds.
- Faint displays could reach low on the northern horizon in sections of New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Iowa or northern Illinois if conditions strengthen.
- Forecasters urge dark, cloud‑free locations and real‑time checks of NOAA’s 30‑minute aurora forecast or apps such as SpaceWeatherLive, Aurora Now, My Aurora Forecast and Glendale Aurora; photographers should use long exposures, higher ISO and a tripod or phone night/pro modes.