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The northern lights could be visible from some northern states along the U.S.-Canadian border on Thursday night, according to a forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.<\/p>\n
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The northern lights could be visible from some states along the U.S.-Canadian border, even though no space weather is expected to impact the aurora.<\/p>\n
Jeremy HoganKey Facts<\/p>\n
NOAA issued a Kp index of four out of nine for Thursday night, indicating the northern lights could move further from the north pole and appear brighter with more \u201cmotion and formations.\u201d<\/p>\n
However, the agency is not forecasting any space weather, such as solar winds, which can make the aurora more visible and vivid for viewers.<\/p>\n
Where Could The Aurora Be Visible?<\/p>\n
Some states along the U.S.-Canadian border have a small chance to see the northern lights, according to NOAA\u2019s forecast map. These include the northeastern portion of Washington, northern Idaho, northern Montana and North Dakota. The aurora could also be visible from parts of the upper Midwest, including northern Minnesota and the northern-most parts of Wisconsin and Michigan\u2019s Upper Peninsula. Viewers in Alaska have a much higher chance to see the aurora on Thursday, with most of the state falling within the \u201chigh\u201d likelihood range, according to NOAA.<\/p>\n
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NOAA’s forecast map for Thursday night.<\/p>\n
NOAAWhat\u2019s the Best Way to View the Northern Lights?<\/p>\n
NOAA recommends prospective viewers travel north, towards the magnetic north pole. Viewers should find a vantage point, such as a hill, with a clear view of the sky facing north and far from sources of light pollution. The lights are most active in the hours around midnight\u2014typically between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.<\/p>\n
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