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Wednesday Northern Lights Forecast: 10 States May See The Aurora Borealis Tonight

Tonight, ten U.S. states could glimpse the Aurora Borealis, while forecasts hint at a much wider display across North America tomorrow.

By · Published September 24, 2026  00:32 UTC · Updated September 24, 2026  01:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Tonight, ten U.S. states could glimpse the Aurora Borealis, while forecasts hint at a much wider display across North America tomorrow.
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Ten U.S. states are forecast to see the Aurora Borealis tonight, based on a Forbes forecast posted on September 23. The business outlet highlighted a Wednesday night outlook that limited visibility to those states, marking the first report of the specific regional forecast. Subsequent coverage expanded the geographic scope.

The Weather Network added that Canadian regions might also experience auroras tonight, without naming specific provinces. Space emphasized that the equinox timing contributes to the heightened visibility, framing the event as an 'equinox aurora' linked to seasonal geomagnetic conditions. The differing timelines create a contrast: Forbes and ABC limit tonight’s show to ten states, whereas People.com looks ahead to a wider audience tomorrow, and The Weather Network reaches into Canada.

No outlet reported a universal North American view for the same night, and all agree the aurora will not blanket the continent. Current guidance points to localized aurora activity this evening, with broader coverage expected the following day.

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Which U.S. states are expected to see the aurora tonight?

The Forbes forecast mentions ten U.S. states may see the Aurora Borealis tonight, but the coverage does not list the specific states.

How many states might view the lights tomorrow night?

People.com reports that up to 22 states could have visibility for the Northern Lights tomorrow night.

Are Canadian regions also expected to see the aurora tonight?

The Weather Network indicates that parts of Canada may be able to see auroras this evening.

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