A geomagnetic storm is expected to hit Earth this week, which could make the Northern Lights visible as far south as Michigan and Maine. This is due to a high-speed solar wind stream flowing from a coronal hole in the sun's atmosphere. The storm is predicted to be a G1 (minor) geomagnetic storm, but it could still produce a spectacular display of the Northern Lights.
The best time to see the aurora will be on the evening of Thursday (Feb. 13) and throughout Friday (Feb. 14). The best viewing conditions will be in areas with clear, dark skies away from city lights. If you live in an area where the aurora is likely to be visible, be sure to check the weather forecast and find a dark spot to watch the show.
Here are some additional details about the aurora:
- The aurora is caused by charged particles from the sun interacting with Earth's atmosphere.
- The color of the aurora depends on the type of gas in the atmosphere that the particles interact with.
- The most common colors of the aurora are green and red.
- The aurora can be seen in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
If you're interested in learning more about the aurora, there are many resources available online. You can also find apps that will give you real-time alerts about aurora activity.