Northern Lights Tonight to Illuminate Skies Across Northern US States, Experts Confirm
DENVER, CO – March 24, 2025 – A powerful geomagnetic storm is forecast to make the northern lights tonight visible as far south as the central United States, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The event, driven by a coronal mass ejection from the sun, is expected to peak between 8:00 PM and 2:00 AM local time. Meteorologists say the aurora borealis will be optimally viewed in areas with clear skies, particularly across states such as Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, and parts of Michigan and Wisconsin. The storm’s intensity was upgraded to a G3 classification, meaning strong effects on power grids and satellite operations are possible. Residents are advised to seek dark locations away from city lights for optimal viewing. Officials have not issued any public safety warnings but recommend monitoring local weather reports for cloud cover updates.