Increased Frequency of Northern Lights: The Explanation

Due to ongoing solar activity, the northern lights may be more common in the coming months, with recent aurora borealis events only viewable to the upper portions of the US. Solar Cycle 25, which began in December 2019, is expected to reach its most active point in mid-2024, leading to more chances to see the northern lights. Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) from the sun can create stunning shows in the night sky, and NOAA offers single-day and next-day forecasts for potential northern light viewing.