Aurora Borealis States: Tonight’s Viewing Chances
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At a glance
- states have a shot at seeing the northern lights Wednesday night, according to an upgraded forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
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Northern Lights Forecast: Potential Visibility Across Northern US
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What is Happening?
A considerable number of northern U.S. states have a shot at seeing the northern lights Wednesday night, according to an upgraded forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The agency is predicting auroral activity to increase even further by Thursday.
Wednesday’s Kp index was upgraded to five by NOAA. (Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images)
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Key Facts
| Metric | Wednesday (Nov 8th) | Thursday (Nov 9th) |
|---|---|---|
| kp Index | 5 | 7 (predicted) |
| visibility Range (Approximate) | Northern Iowa | Potentially further south |
| Aurora Activity Level | “Quite pleasing to look at” | “Quite shining and active” |
A Kp index of five was issued for Wednesday night, setting the stage for more active auroral activity that can be “quite pleasing to look at” for viewers in the right places, according to NOAA