Millions of Americans could witness the stunning solar light show in different states over the weekend; here are the states and places from where you can view

The Northern Lights are all set to illuminate the skies over several US states this coming weekend with the best viewing opportunities will be provided in Alaska, Washington, Idaho, North Dakota and Montana, reported The Mirror US. The Space Weather Prediction Center actually predicts a higher than normal geomagnetic storm which will eventually create some spectacular aurora displays.

According to The Mirror US, several additional states like South Dakota, Wisconsin and Maine might also reportedly experience the phenomenon. This celestial event actually coincides with the solar maximum of the sun which is an 11 year cycle peak expected in the month of July of the year 2025 that increases the frequency of solar surges and aurora activity.

The current solar storm eventually follows some previous significant events while including a rare and severe geomagnetic storm in the month of May and a powerful solar event in the month of October that produced auroras in unexpected locations like Germany, the United Kingdom and also parts of the northeastern United States, asserted The Mirror US.


NOAA will monitor the solar storm for potential minor disruptions to high frequency radio communications while the active solar period is actually expected to continue for at least another year while scientists are unable to precisely determine the peak of solar activity until several months after it occurs.

Eminent experts actually recommend viewing the Northern Lights between 10 pm and 2 am in areas with minimal light pollution whereas smartphone cameras can reportedly capture the colors of the aurora even when they are not visible to the naked eye, noted The Mirror US.

FAQs:

In which states the Northern Lights are all set to illuminate the skies?

The Northern Lights are all set to illuminate the skies over several US states this coming weekend with the best viewing opportunities will be provided in Alaska, Washington, Idaho, North Dakota and Montana.

Who will be monitoring the solar storm and why?

NOAA will monitor the solar storm for potential minor disruptions to high frequency radio communications while the active solar period is actually expected to continue for at least another year while scientists are unable to precisely determine the peak of solar activity until several months after it occurs.