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Geomagnetic Storm Watch: Northern Lights Possible in 21 States

2/7/2026

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A geomagnetic storm watch covers up to 21 states, with northern lights possible from Thursday night into early Friday.
The storm could push auroras as far south as parts of the Midwest and Northeast.
Ideal viewing depends on a late moonrise.
Cloudy skies and snow may hinder sightings in northern Michigan from the Upper Peninsula to Tawas City.

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A geomagnetic storm watch covers up to 21 states, with northern lights possible from Thursday night into early Friday.
The storm could push auroras as far south as parts of the Midwest and Northeast.
Ideal viewing depends on a late moonrise.
Cloudy skies and snow may hinder sightings in northern Michigan from the Upper Peninsula to Tawas City.