The northern lights, or aurora borealis, may be viewable again tonight due to a geomagnetic storm caused by a coronal mass ejection. The best locations for viewing in the U.S. include Alaska, the northern Midwest, and parts of northern New York and New England. The phenomenon, characterized by vibrant colors in the sky, is linked to increased solar activity occurring as part of the solar cycle. NOAA suggests this high aurora activity will continue through 2025 and 2026, providing ample opportunities for skywatchers.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasts that the next possibility for viewing the northern lights is Monday night into early Tuesday.
This aurora borealis is the result of a geomagnetic storm that occurs when a coronal mass ejection (CME), an eruption of solar material, reaches Earth.
While NOAA predicts Alaska is the best U.S. state to potentially view the aurora tonight, the agency says, "The other states that are best positioned are the northern Midwest states."
Don't worry if you aren't able to see the northern lights tonight—NOAA predicts activity will remain high through 2025 and 2026.
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