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Geomagnetic Storm to Illuminate Northern Lights Tonight!

3/4/2025

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A geomagnetic storm is set to illuminate the night sky across the northern United States tonight, March 4, making the northern lights visible as far south as New York and Idaho. With a Kp index of 5 predicted by NOAA, stargazers should grab their coats and head outside between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. for the best views.

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A geomagnetic storm is set to illuminate the night sky across the northern United States tonight, March 4, making the northern lights visible as far south as New York and Idaho. With a Kp index of 5 predicted by NOAA, stargazers should grab their coats and head outside between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. for the best views.