The agency expects a minor or greater geomagnetic storm—a disturbance of Earth’s magnetic field—on Saturday, which increases ...

The aurora borealis is back and is expected to be on display through the weekend. The National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration has predicted the states with the best views include several in ...

Sky gazers in several U.S. states could get a colorful glimpse of the northern lights as we enter the weekend, thanks to a ...

The sun reached its solar maximum in 2024, meaning we've had some amazing sightings of aurora borealis. It reached far enough south to light up half of the US on two occasions in 2024, and it's ...

The sun is at the peak of its 11-year cycle. That means an uptick in solar flares will lead to more chances to see the northern lights over the next couple of years.

Those keen on spotting the Aurora Borealis should plan ahead and find an isolated spot away from light-polluted areas and firework displays if they want to gaze up at the breathtaking natural ...

Aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, are created when charged particles from the sun collide atoms in Earth's upper atmosphere, releasing energy as light. While scientists have a ...

As the solar activity that causes the aurora borealis is expected to reach the peak of its 11-year cycle in the next year, opportunities to see it are booming via cruises, train trips and tours.

However, states including Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and even Michigan could also see the aurora borealis on the 30th.On New Year's Eve, the northern lights ...

Although less likely, viewers in South Dakota, Michigan, Wisconsin, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine may also see the aurora. The sun sends more than heat and light to Earth — it sends energy ...