Northern Lights to Light Up 15 U.S. States This Week, Find Out If You’re in the Zone!
The Daily Galaxy••science
Key Points:
- A G1-level geomagnetic storm caused by solar wind disturbances is expected to produce visible Northern Lights across parts of 15 northern U.S. states from January 8 to 9, 2026.
- Northern states like Alaska, Washington, Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota have the highest chances of seeing the aurora, with states such as Minnesota, Michigan, and Maine also likely to witness the display depending on the storm’s strength.
- Southern states including Wyoming, Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York may see faint auroras low on the horizon, requiring clear skies and minimal light pollution for optimal viewing.
- Cloud cover poses a significant obstacle to aurora viewing, as cloudy skies can completely block the Northern Lights regardless of geom
