There may be more northern lights – or aurora borealis – sightings this spring. As we near the spring equinox, also known as the vernal equinox, on March 20, the Earth's magnetic field and ...

The best time to try and see the northern lights is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., according to NOAA. If you’re hoping to see ...

Historical data shows that auroras occur more often during the spring and autumn equinox.

with the sun continuing to be in its "solar maximum," chances remain strong for seeing the awesome spectacle of the aurora borealis in the months ahead. A minor geomagnetic storm is forecast for ...

Thanks to a high-speed solar wind streaming from a massive coronal hole in the sun, a geomagnetic storm could set the stage for a dazzling display of the aurora borealis on Feb. 14, 2025.