Auroras

Aurora forecast May 1-3 — Northern lights may strengthen tonight

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 1 May 26

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 expert captures rare pulsating northern lights in remarkable detail: 'One of the most profound sightings of my career'

By Daisy Dobrijevic published 28 April 26

An unusually powerful pulsating aurora display lit up skies over Arctic Norway for nearly three hours during a colossal geomagnetic storm.

Northern lights could be visible as far south as Illinois and Oregon tonight

By Daisy Dobrijevic published 17 April 26

Fast solar wind could spark geomagnetic storms tonight, pushing auroras into mid-latitudes.

Northern lights could be visible in 16 states tonight — best viewing times for March 31

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 31 March 26

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Wyoming tonight as Earth braces for impact from a speedy coronal mass ejection.

Northern lights dazzle worldwide as strong G3 geomagnetic storm sparks stunning show (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic published 23 March 26

Powerful geomagnetic storms sent the northern lights dancing far beyond the poles, delivering a spectacular show across the world.

Northern lights may be visible in 18 states tonight and over the weekend

By Daisy Dobrijevic published 20 March 26

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois tonight and over the weekend as several coronal mass ejections and fast solar wind impact Earth.

Northern lights could get a boost from the spring equinox this weekend — here's why

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 20 March 26

Incoming solar storms could spark auroras this weekend and thanks to the spring equinox, Earth is perfectly aligned to amplify the show.

Northern lights may be visible in 18 states March 19

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 19 March 26

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois tonight as several coronal mass ejections barrel toward Earth.

Aurora alert! Powerful geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights as far south as Illinois tonight

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 18 March 26

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 13 March 26

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Maine tonight and tomorrow as a speedy solar wind stream is due to arrive.