The K index has dropped to around 5, pushing the optimal viewing area farther north. Despite this, forecasters suggest there’s still a slight chance of seeing the aurora on the horizon in parts ...

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 ...

Another round of aurora borealis may be visible this week ... Geomagnetic activity is indicated by the planetary K index or Kp which ranges from 0 to 9. According to the National Oceanic and ...

While a G1 storm is considered minor on the planetary K-index, it still offers a chance for a mesmerizing celestial show. On Valentine’s Day, the aurora borealis could be visible in various U.S ...

NOAA projected Sunday’s northern lights will have a Kp index of three—on a scale of nine—which means the aurora borealis will “become brighter” than usual as it moves away from the poles.