Northern Lights Alert: These 9 States Could See The Aurora Tonight
The northern lights might make an appearance in up to nine states Thursday night, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which issued a forecast giving regions along the northern U.S. border a chance at seeing the natural phenomenon. Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images Key Facts A Kp index of five has been issued by NOAA, meaning more auroral formations and motion could be in store for observers located in the right places. Observers may have a similar chance at seeing the northern lights on Friday night, as NOAAs auroral forecast as of early Thursday afternoon was identical for the following night. NOAA has not issued any warnings for geomagnetic storms, which can contribute to increased auroral activity. Where Will The Northern Lights Be Visible？ Portions of at least nine states might see the northern lights Thursday, according to NOAA, which gives a “low” chance of seeing the lights tonight in northern Washington, the northern tip of Idaho, the northern half of Montana, North Dakota, the northern edge of South Dakota, northern Minnesota and the northernmost stretches of Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Much of Alaska has a high chance of seeing the northern lights, the forecast showed. NOAA Whats The Best Way To See The