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The northern lights might be visible tonight, and again tomorrow night, for some parts of the country. With a maximum forecast geomagnetic activity rating four out of a possible nine, between 6 p.m.

Dazzling, shimmer curtains of red and green… you’ve probably seen amazing photos of the aurora, or northern lights. Unfortunately, if you’re lucky enough to see the aurora with your own eyes, it ...

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Idaho as incoming speedy solar wind continues to buffet Earth's magnetic field. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.