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Northern lights may be visible in 18 states tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois tonight as several coronal mass ejections barrel toward Earth.

Aurora forecast March 19 — Northern lights may surge overnight if solar storm arrives
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The latest aurora forecast for tonight helps you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.

Aurora alert! Powerful geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights as far south as Illinois tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Aurora chasers, keep your eyes on the skies over the coming days as several incoming coronal mass ejections could spark favorable conditions for widespread northern lights displays.

Northern lights may be visible in 9 US states March 13
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Maine tonight and tomorrow as a speedy solar wind stream is due to arrive.

Why March is the best month to see the northern lights
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Here we explain why March is one of the best months of the year to see the northern lights — and how the spring equinox boosts aurora activity.

Satellite spies northern lights over Iceland and Canada | Space photo of the day for Feb. 23, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Satellite spies stunning auroras from orbit during G1 geomagnetic storm.

NASA launches twin rocket missions from Alaska to study mysterious black auroras
By Julian Dossett published
NASA launched two rockets from Alaska this week to learn more about the electrical "circuitry" within auroras.

Photographer captures rare aurora over Brazil during intense geomagnetic storm (photo)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
On Jan. 19, a powerful geomagnetic storm pushed auroral activity far beyond its usual range, allowing this exceptional sighting over Brazil.
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