Aurora

2024 - 10 - 11

Catch the Lights: Aurora Borealis Sparks a Celestial Showdown Tonight!

Northern Lights -- aurora borealis -- aurora forecast Aurora Australis - Aurora Borealis - Australia - Geomagnetic storm - Northern Lights - Solar storms - Southern Lights - Space weather - aurora borealis - aurora forecast

Want to see the Northern Lights without booking a trip to Antarctica? Tonight's your chance! Here’s where to catch the dazzling aurora across Australia—get ready to be amazed!

Tonight, skies across Australia are gearing up for an extraordinary celestial display! Thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm, the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, may well be visible much farther south than usual, delighting skywatchers from Uluru to Hobart. As solar winds dance through Earth’s magnetic field, we're left with the potential for stunning natural lights lighting up the night sky—a perfect excuse for a late-night stargazing adventure!

For those of you living in regional areas or small towns, this is your moment to shine! Studies show that urban light pollution can significantly hinder the view of celestial events. So gather your mates, grab a thermos with some hot chocolate, and head to an open field or a dark park. Make sure you scout up a great spot well ahead of time; trust us, you won’t want to miss this rare twist of nature! And don’t forget to take a few meaningful selfies—ideal for that Instagram feed!

But hold on, folks—there's more! Not only could tonight's storm bring dazzling lights to your neck of the woods, but it can also significantly impact communication systems and even the power grid. Yes, you read that right! So, if your mobile phone suddenly becomes a paperweight mid-show, don’t panic! It could be Earth's magnetic field acting up due to solar activity, putting on a show of its own.

The auroras we witness are a spectacular reminder of the might of our solar system. When sunlight interacts with the Earth’s atmosphere, excited gas molecules release light energy, creating vibrant greens, purples, and even reds. They have inspired countless stories and legends, and are often seen as good omens in various cultures. So, while you’re admiring the breathtaking beauty of the aurora tonight, perhaps take a moment to appreciate the ancient tales that have been woven around these entrancing lights, turning a simple night sky into an awe-inspiring canvas of history, science, and sheer wonder!

Post cover
Image courtesy of "SkyandTelescope.com"

Severe Geomagnetic Storm Triggers Widespread Aurora Tonight (SkyandTelescope.com)

An astonishing coronal aurora "exploded" over the Duluth, Minnesota, region during the early morning hours of October 8th. The storm had been forecast for the ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Forbes"

Northern Lights Alert: Here's Where Aurora Borealis Can Be Seen ... (Forbes)

Northern Lights Alert: Here's Where Aurora Borealis Can Be Seen Tonight—As Forecasters Predict Strong Showing ... Pequeño is a breaking news reporter who covers ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CNN"

A severe geomagnetic storm could cause colorful auroras over ... (CNN)

A severe geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Thursday, which could bring an increased chance of auroras and may affect communications and the power grid.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "desmoinesregister.com"

Iowans can see the Northern Lights tonight. Here's where they're ... (desmoinesregister.com)

A "severe" solar storm could make the aurora borealis visible across much of Iowa tonight and in portions of the state tomorrow.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CNET"

Thursday Night's Aurora Borealis Will Be Visible to Nearly Half the US (CNET)

A strong geomagnetic storm is primed to hit Earth, driving the northern lights as far south as Kansas and the Ohio Valley.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Indianapolis Star"

Hoosiers might see northern lights starting Thursday. Indiana's best ... (The Indianapolis Star)

Space weather — much like weather in the Midwest — is a fickle thing. That said, Hoosiers could see auroras starting Thursday night.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "New Philadelphia Times Reporter"

Northern lights could be visible in Ohio tonight after powerful solar ... (New Philadelphia Times Reporter)

Aurora borealis forecast tonight through Friday. Will the northern lights be visible from Ohio? An incoming geomagnetic storm is expected to hit the Earth today ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Tennessean"

Will Tennessee see the aurora borealis again? Geomagnetic storm ... (The Tennessean)

A geomagnetic storm is coming and with it brings the chance of seeing the aurora borealis further south than normal. Will we see it in Tennessee?

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Axios"

How to see northern lights and why the power grid could be disrupted (Axios)

A severe geomagnetic storm could bring the northern lights to more than half of the country this week.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Space.com"

Solar storm bombarding Earth now may reach 'extreme' levels ... (Space.com)

A severe solar storm sparked by an intense flare from the sun could reach "extreme" levels as it bombards Earth, NOAA officials warned Thursday (Oct. 10).

Post cover
Image courtesy of "ABC News"

Aurora australis makes stunning return to southern Australian skies (ABC News)

The aurora australis has returned, lighting up the skies in intense colours over southern states. If you missed out on seeing it last night you may get ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "9News"

Dazzling aurora australis display lights up Australian skies (9News)

The Bureau of Meteorology predicts unusual solar activity this week may result in visible aurora australis ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Herald Sun"

Missed this morning's aurora? Here's how you can still see it (Herald Sun)

Victorians who missed the spectacular aurora display on Friday morning will still have a chance to catch a glimpse of the light show over the weekend.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Perth Is OK!"

Missed the aurora australis last night? Make sure to look up tonight ... (Perth Is OK!)

Southern stargazers have been treated to an incredible light show, with the stunning aurora australis gracing our night skies.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Age"

The prime spots for a chance to see the rare aurora (The Age)

If you head outside tonight – and if the weather is kind – there's a chance you'll be treated to a spectacle in the sky.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Mountain Views Star Mail"

Beautiful aurora captured in Yarra Valley (Mountain Views Star Mail)

By Dongyun Kwon. The sky gave a present while most people were in bed. It was about 5am on Friday 11 October when the sky cleared the clouds away to show a ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "SBS"

Want to see the southern lights? Tips from an aurora chaser (SBS)

Want to see the southern lights? Tips from an aurora chaser. Aurora Australis has painted the night skies and Australians could be in for more light displays.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Forbes"

Northern Lights Forecast: Geomagnetic Storm May Cause Aurora ... (Forbes)

The lights may be visible in several states like Idaho, Michigan, Minnesota, New York and Washington Friday night.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Forbes"

Why You Missed The Northern Lights Last Night (And How To See ... (Forbes)

10 October 2024, Brandenburg, Lietzen: Northern [+][-] lights glow in the night sky above a road in eastern Brandenburg. Photo: Patrick Pleul/dpa (Photo by ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Space.com"

'It was 3 hours of magic': Spectacular auroras thrill stargazers across ... (Space.com)

A powerful geomagnetic storm illuminated auroras that lit the skies over Earth on Thursday (Oct. 9) after X 2 solar flare that erupted from the sunspot AR ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "PBS NewsHour"

Wondering why the aurora borealis was visible so far south last ... (PBS NewsHour)

A geomagnetic storm lit up the night sky in parts of the US during the first weekend in October. South Africa's National Space Agency (Sansa) told reporters ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "NBC News"

Aurora Borealis photos: Solar storm brings northern lights as far ... (NBC News)

A severe geomagnetic storm brought spectacular light displays to many parts of the United States on Thursday night, with skies as far south as San Antonio ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Forbes"

In Photos: See Jaw-Dropping Northern Lights Across Planet On ... (Forbes)

10 October 2024, Brandenburg, Lietzen: Northern [+][-] lights glow in the night sky above a road in eastern Brandenburg. Photo: Patrick Pleul/dpa (Photo by ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Guardian"

Northern lights seen across parts of England (The Guardian)

Aurora borealis could be seen as far south as London, Kent and East Anglia on Thursday night.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "FRANCE 24"

'Party atmosphere': Skygazers treated to another aurora show (FRANCE 24)

Scientist Jim Wild has travelled to the Arctic Circle numerous times to study the northern lights, but on Thursday night he only needed to look out of his ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "BBC Sky at Night Magazine"

Aurora alert! Northern Lights put on stunning display across the UK ... (BBC Sky at Night Magazine)

Displays of the Northern Lights, aurora borealis, were seen across the UK on 10/11 October 2024. Our pick of the best images of the event.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "NPR"

The northern lights dazzle night skies across U.S. and Europe (NPR)

The northern lights dazzle night skies across U.S. and Europe · The northern lights, also know, as the aurora borealis, shines across Whitby Harbour.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "NPR"

Trump rallies in Aurora -- a city he has demonized as overrun by ... (NPR)

Trump has repeatedly name-checked the Colorado on the campaign trail in recent weeks — likening the Denver suburb to a “war zone.” Local officials say his ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBS News"

Northern lights forecast maps for tonight show best areas in U.S. to ... (CBS News)

The aurora borealis was visible as far south as Florida on Thursday. Photos show the sky lit up in red and purple, even in some brightly-lit areas like New York ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "My Shrewsbury"

What a Show! The Aurora Borealis Lights up Shrewsbury (My Shrewsbury)

Katy Rink tried (and failed!) to get great shots of The Northern Lights in Shrewsbury last night - but plenty of you managed to capture the spectacle on ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Sydney Morning Herald"

Spectacular Aurora Australis paints Australian skies as far north as ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

The life of an aurora chaser is not an easy one. Specific solar and atmospheric conditions need to align perfectly for them to indulge their passion fully.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CNET"

Aurora Watchers Share Stunning Northern Lights Photos (CNET)

Bask in the glow of the northern lights with glimmering aurora views from the International Space Station and locations across the country, including from ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Mercury"

'Dancing' Aurora's powerful display caught across Tassie (The Mercury)

'Brilliant', 'spectacular' are a few words to describe the aurora australis that danced across the skies last night. WATCH THE VIDEO.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBS News"

Aurora neighborhood embraces community through art (CBS News)

The Aurora Highlands isn't just about residential development; it's a holistic approach to community living. the-auroa-highlands-art-intallation.jpg CBS.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Voice of America"

Sky-gazers treated to another aurora show (Voice of America)

For at least the second time this year, sky-gazers in many parts of the world were treated to colorful auroras at latitudes beyond the polar extremes where ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CNET"

Aurora Viewers Share Stunning Photos of the Northern Lights (CNET)

Bask in the glow of glimmering aurora views from locations across the country, including from CNET staffers -- and even photos from the International Space ...

Explore the last week