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Northern Lights Alert: 12 States May See Aurora Around the ‘Pink Moon’ Tonight
Get ready to witness a breathtaking display of the northern lights! According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), tonight is the perfect time to catch a glimpse of this mesmerizing phenomenon. While the strong moonlight may not help, you can still spot the aurora from specific locations.
For those in the right place, NOAA warns that auroras with a Kp index of 3-5 can be quite pleasing to look at. Although the bright moonlight will make it challenging, the Northern Hemisphere’s northern horizon is where you should aim your gaze.
Some parts of the United States that may potentially witness this spectacular event include:
1. Washington (northern regions)
2. Idaho (northern regions)
3. Montana
4. North Dakota
5. South Dakota
6. Minnesota
7. Wisconsin
8. Michigan
9. Maine
10. Along the U.S.-Canada border in Vermont and New Hampshire
Additionally, Alaska has a very high likelihood of seeing the aurora, as does most of Canada (excluding southern New Brunswick and Nova Scotia).
Remember that the northern lights are typically visible from an auroral oval around latitudes 70 degrees north and south at the Arctic and Antarctic Circles. However, this oval can occasionally bulge, extending its reach to regions with still-dark skies like North America and Europe.
So grab your gear and head out tonight to one of these areas for a chance to witness this natural wonder!
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiecartereurope/2025/04/10/northern-lights-alert-12-states-may-see-aurora-around-the-pink-moon-tonight/
