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Solar flare could mean bright northern lights. When to expect aurora

A solar flare is expected to make the northern lights visible in parts of the US this week.

By · Published August 29, 2026  18:21 UTC · Updated August 29, 2026  18:41 UTC

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A solar flare sparked geomagnetic storm watches for Aug. 27‑29, prompting forecasts that parts of the United States could see auroras Thursday and Friday. After those events, coverage of the aurora activity quieted.

Epilogue added 51d ago, after coverage quieted.

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What is causing the northern lights to be visible in the US?

A solar flare has caused a geomagnetic storm watch, which may make the northern lights visible in parts of the US.

When will the northern lights be visible?

The northern lights may be visible late tonight and Friday night, according to WWMT and The Hill. The Weather Channel and Forbes both note that the lights may be visible during the lunar eclipse.

Which states will be able to see the northern lights?

The Weather Channel and Forbes both list specific states where the lights may be visible, but the lists do not match. KCCI specifies that only part of the US will be able to view the auroras.

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  • Primary Driver: A solar flare is expected to make the northern lights visible in parts of the US this week.
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A geomagnetic storm watch is in effect for August 27-29. This is due to a solar flare, which may cause the northern lights to be visible in parts of the US. The flare has prompted forecasts of auroras in several states. The Weather Channel and Forbes both note that the lights may be visible during the lunar eclipse.

The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a geomagnetic storm watch for the same period. The Hill and WWMT both mention that the auroras may be visible late tonight and Friday night. The extent of visibility is not yet clear. KCCI specifies that only part of the US will be able to view the auroras.

The Weather Channel and Forbes both list specific states where the lights may be visible, but the lists do not match. The Weather Channel does not specify which states will have the best viewing conditions.

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