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New Year's Eve: Northern Lights Expected Across 10 States!

1/2/2026

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On New Year's Eve, a geomagnetic storm may enable residents in parts of the northern United States to see the northern lights.
The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center forecasts visibility in ten states, including Montana, North Dakota, and Michigan, due to a recent coronal mass ejection.
The best viewing time is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.
Clear, dark skies away from city lights improve viewing chances.

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On New Year's Eve, a geomagnetic storm may enable residents in parts of the northern United States to see the northern lights.
The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center forecasts visibility in ten states, including Montana, North Dakota, and Michigan, due to a recent coronal mass ejection.
The best viewing time is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.
Clear, dark skies away from city lights improve viewing chances.