The Aurora Borealis Is Back Tonight, and It May Hit Up to 20 States

Where in Canada can see the northern lights tonight

Most of Canada will be able to see the Northern Lights on Friday night, according to a U.S. weather agency.

The Aurora Borealis Is Back Tonight, and It May Hit Up to 20 States

This edition of the northern lights is brought to you by a pair of coronal mass ejections that erupted on New Year's Day.

Map shows 18 states where northern lights may be visible Friday night

It’s a brand new year, which means 365 more chances to catch a glimpse of one of the night sky’s most spectacular light shows.

NOAA Issues G2 Solar Storm Watch; May Spark Auroras but Threaten Satellite Signals

Space weather scientists are monitoring a coronal mass ejection expected to reach Earth around January 2–3, 2026. NOAA forecasts a G2-level geomagnetic storm, which is considered moderate but can still affect satellites, power grids and radio communications. While the event may bring vivid auroras to high latitudes, it also highlights the Sun’s increasing activity as it approaches the peak of its 11-year solar cycle.

Minor Aurora Storm Watch Issued - Northern Lights Show Possible, January 2026

Minor Aurora Storm Watch Issued Photo by Thomas Kast of Salamapaja UPDATE 1: NOAA has now increased the strength and length of the storm watch. 6 Kp possible. The article below has been updated. UPDATE 2: NOAA has now increased the length of the storm watch to 96 hours. The article below has been updated. Charged Particles from Sun heading towards Earth. First 48 hours: 5 Kp possible. Next 24 hours: 6 Kp possible. Final 24 hours: 5 Kp possible. …

20 U.S. States Could See Northern Lights Tonight! Here's When And Where To Look

A rare geomagnetic storm triggered by a recent solar flare could make the Northern Lights visible as far south as Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana on Friday, January 2, 2026, according to a forecast issued by the NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center. G2 Storm Alert: What NOAA’s Forecast Tells Us The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a forecast for a G2-class geomagnetic storm, driven by a coronal mass ejection (CME) …