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Will the Northern Lights grace Ohio this weekend?
Geomagnetic storm stirs up aurora borealis
Posted: 1103 AM EDT May 10, 2024 | Updated
Can you see the northern lights in Ohio?
As luck would have it, your chances of seeing the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, are quite high this weekend. A geomagnetic storm is stirring up the aurora, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a strong likelihood of viewing.
The best time to see the northern lights is typically between 10pm and 2am, when the sky is darkest. You'll want to find a spot with minimal light pollution, such as a park or open field. Facing north will give you the best view. If you're lucky, you may even see the lights dancing across the sky.
The northern lights are a natural phenomenon caused by the interaction of the solar wind with the Earth's magnetic field. When the solar wind is particularly strong, it can create a geomagnetic storm that sends charged particles into the Earth's atmosphere. These particles then collide with atoms and molecules in the atmosphere, causing them to emit light. The color of the light depends on the type of atom or molecule that is hit.
Seeing the northern lights is a truly magical experience. If you're in Ohio this weekend, be sure to keep your eyes on the sky. You just might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this amazing natural phenomenon.
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