High-speed winds from a spot on the sun’s surface may affect Earth’s magnetic field, pulling the phenomenon further south.

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

The latest Northern Lights forecast means the aurora borealis may be seen in the continental U.S. tonight after space weather experts predicted a geomagnetic storm.

Usually, the Northern Lights are visible in Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, Greenland, Canada, the north of American state Alaska and northern Siberia in Russia. They are rarely seen in the UK.

The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, paint the night skies with their ethereal glow, captivating the hearts of onlookers in Canada’s northern regions. Often described as nature’s own light show, these luminous phenomena intrigue and inspire both scientists and sky-gazers alike.

NOAA predicts northern lights visible across much of the northern US due to a geomagnetic storm on Tuesday night.