The Northern Lights Could Appear Farther South Than Usual Tonight—Here's How to See Them

The Northern Lights Could Appear Farther South Than Usual Tonight—Here's How to See Them

Geomagnetic storm activity is expected to ramp up throughout the day.Credit: john finney photography / Getty ImagesKey PointsThe northern lights may light up the skies in up to 18 U.S. states tonight, offering a special celestial show.Thanks to a coronal mass ejection, auroras could be visible as far south as Oregon, Illinois, and New York.For the best view, head outside between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. to a dark, north-facing spot away from city ligh…

Large Aurora Storm Watch Issued - Northern Lights Show Possible, June 2026

Large Aurora Storm Watch Issued Photo by Arctic Light Photo, Ole Salomonsen Photography Charged Particles from Sun heading towards Earth. First 24 hours: 5 Kp possible. Next 24 hours: 6 Kp possible. Final 24 hours: 5 Kp possible. When does the Aurora storm watch begin? The storm watch begins at 06/12/2026 12:00 AM UTC. See here for storm forecast in your local time. Details and Northern Lights Viewing Tips The National Oceanic and Atmospheric A…