A handful of northern U.S. states are expected to see aurora borealis Tuesday night as an incoming minor geomagnetic storm could affect Earth’s magnetic field, according to the National Oceanic ...

NOAA projected Sunday’s northern lights will have a Kp index of five—on a scale of nine—which means the aurora borealis moves further away from the poles and will “become brighter” and ...

One of the highlights for astronauts who spend time aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is the chance to enjoy ...

The SWPC's forecast indicates that aurora borealis could be visible as far south as central Wisconsin. Monday's forecast has a Kp index of four. For indexes in this range, the lights will likely ...

As the solar activity that causes the aurora borealis is expected to reach the peak of its 11-year cycle in the next year, opportunities to see it are booming via cruises, train trips and tours.

Those living in northern and western Scotland are probably more likely to see the aurora borealis, according to a map shared by the forecasting service. Last year, the lights were visible from as far ...

People in several northern U.S. states may be able to see aurora borealis, also know as the northern lights, on Tuesday night ahead of a minor geomagnetic storm that is set to hit. The National ...

One of the highlights for astronauts who spend time aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is the chance to enjoy breathtaking aurora from some 250 miles above Earth. The space station’s X ...

Wayne Schlingman, PhD, director of the Arne Slettebak Planetarium at The Ohio State University, breaks down the cause of the Aurora Borealis — and how it was possible to view the light display in your ...

Timing, location, and even a bit of luck play a big role in witnessing the aurora borealis, but with solar activity reaching its peak this year, there's no better time to plan your trip.