Northern lights

2024 - 8 - 12

Northern Lights and a Splash of Meteors: Sky Spectacle Alert!

Aurora Borealis - Geomagnetic Storms - NOAA - Northern Lights - Perseid Meteor Shower - Solar Flares

Missed the Northern Lights? Fret not! You can still catch the light show along with a meteor shower!

Get ready to witness the magic as the Northern Lights brighten the skies over our region. If you were up late last night, you might have caught a glimpse of the auroras dancing across the heavens. But fret not if you missed it! The sun's stormy weather, courtesy of recent solar flares, is set to supercharge auroras on Earth this week due to intense geomagnetic storms. This phenomenon creates magnificent and colorful displays that can light up the night sky.

Vermont residents, in particular, have had more chances to see these stunning Northern Lights this week. Usually associated with full moons, planetary alignments, eclipses, and meteor showers, the Northern Lights have graced the skies over New England multiple times this season. Last night's impressive show was thanks to several Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) finally making contact with Earth's upper atmosphere, resulting in a spectacular solar storm.

Not to be left out, residents in southern Wisconsin and Michigan have also experienced the colorful northern lights. Reports and photos from Sunday night show the skies lit up with vibrant hues, captivating all who stayed up late to witness the show. If you missed last night’s display, don’t worry—Monday night promises another chance to catch the northern lights, along with the Perseid meteor shower! Clear skies are forecasted, so your best bet is to find a dark spot away from city lights.

Monday night's celestial event promises a dual experience: the Perseid meteor shower and the mesmerizing Northern Lights all at once! Takako Moriguchi and her husband Rick Domann woke up at 1 a.m. Monday and drove from Belmont to Rockport to check the KPI index and catch the dazzling aurora activity. They were not alone—many enthusiasts gathered to witness the double spectacle.

### Fun Aurora & Meteor Facts:

Did you know that the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are named after Aurora, the Roman goddess of dawn? The word 'Borealis' comes from the Greek name for the north wind, Boreas. Interestingly, these lights have been a source of wonder and mystery throughout history, inspiring numerous myths and legends.

And speaking of meteors, the Perseid meteor shower is named after the constellation Perseus, from which these meteors appear to originate. The meteor shower occurs annually and is one of the most anticipated events among stargazers. Don’t miss this chance to witness such an awe-inspiring celestial ballet!

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Northern lights brighten skies over our region (WCAX)

If you were up very ...

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Aurora alert: Geomagnetic storms from solar flares may supercharge ... (Space.com)

The sun's stormy weather is supercharging auroras on Earth this week, due to a series of intense geomagnetic storms triggered by recent solar flares.

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Vermont has more chances to see Northern Lights this week. These ... (BurlingtonFreePress.com)

Aside from full moons, planetary alignments, eclipses, and meteor showers, the Northern Lights have made several appearances in the skies over New England this ...

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Missed last night's crazy northern lights? Here's the chance tonight (mlive.com)

Several Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs for short) finally started hitting Earth's upper atmosphere last night. These CMEs can create what is called a “solar storm ...

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Latest on chances for meteors and Northern Lights (WOWK 13 News)

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Northern Lights color southern Wisconsin skies Sunday night; could ... (WDJT)

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) – If you're able to stay up late on Monday, it might be another good night to keep your eyes on the skies. The Northern Lights may be ...

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Colorful northern lights could return to Michigan skies Monday night ... (Detroit Free Press)

Here's a look at some of the best photos Michiganders shared of the northern lights brightening skies across the state Sunday night.

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Perseid meteor shower, northern lights combine for unforgettable ... (CBS News)

Takako Moriguchi and her husband Rick Domannwoke up at 1 a.m. Monday and drove from Belmont to Rockport. "We checked the KPI index to see aurora activity and ...

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Timelapse video shows northern lights glittering from the top of New ... (USA TODAY)

The natural light show was captured from the Mount Washington Observatory on Monday morning. The northern lights could be visible again in the U.S. on ...

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Clear skies Monday night offer another chance to see northern lights ... (NBC10 Boston)

Monday morning we woke up to cool temperatures, a bright starry sky and reports of the northern lights all over New England. And this coinciding with the ...

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Updated Northern Lights Forecast: Where To See Aurora Borealis ... (Forbes)

There may be a chance to see the Northern Lights and the Perseids—one of the most anticipated meteor showers of the year—again Monday night after scientists ...

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Strong Geomagnetic Storm Warning continues after creating ... (FOX Weather)

NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center said the geomagnetic storming was caused by a coronal mass ejection from the Sun passing Earth. Those who waited up late ...

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Photos show rare northern lights over California (FOX40)

Northern California was treated to a rare display of the northern lights on Sunday night due to strong solar activity.

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Rare Perseid meteor shower and northern lights display excites ... (Space.com)

Witness the rare convergence of the Perseid meteor shower and the northern lights in these stunning photos from skywatchers worldwide.

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Northern Lights seen over CA Sunday night, and may soon be ... (KGO-TV)

Sunday night, the aurora borealis were visible across the Northern Hemisphere including areas of California. SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Seeing the ...

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Strong Geomagnetic Storm Warning continues after creating ... (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

Sunday and Monday also marked the peak of one of the year's best meteor showers. Some who saw Northern lights also caught a Perseid meteor or two in their ...

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In Photos: See Jaw-Dropping Northern Lights Glow As Meteor ... (Forbes)

The annual Perseid meteor shower peaked on Sunday night through Monday, with as many as 50-75 "shooting stars" per hour during a rare show of intense ...

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Northern Lights Alert: Where The Aurora Borealis May Be Visible ... (Forbes)

Several continental U.S. states may get another chance to see the Northern Lights again Tuesday night after a group of solar ejections were released toward ...

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Solar flare brings Northern Lights to parts of the US (FOX Carolina)

A strong geomagnetic ...

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Images of last night's epic northern lights and Perseid meteors (The Edwardsville Intelligencer)

California: The northern lights (Aurora Borealis) illuminate the sky above Joshua Tree National Park during the Perseids Meteor shower in Joshua Tree, ...

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The Northern Lights Will Be Incredible in the U.S. This Year—These ... (AFAR Media)

During the display, streamers of green, white, pink, and violet light pirouette across the night sky. No two auroral displays are the same. Sometimes, they last ...

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Northern lights and Perseid meteor shower spotted in Western ... (KDKA)

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) -- It was a stunning night above Western Pennsylvania as both the northern lights and the Perseid meteor shower were visible in the ...

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Awesome aurora: See epic photos of northern lights in Upstate NY (newyorkupstate.com)

For two nights, the incredible northern lights danced over Upstate New York as the Perseid meteor shower peaked.

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Latest Northern Lights Forecast: Where To See The Aurora Tonight (Forbes)

How can you see the Northern Lights tonight? NOAA predicts another display for northern-tier U.S. states.

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Timelapse shows Northern Lights glowing above Wisconsin (BBC News)

The footage reveals the light show that concurred with the Perseid meteor shower earlier this week.

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EXPLAINER: Why we saw Northern Lights in western Massachusetts (WWLP.com)

Auroras are caused by solar winds interacting with the earth's atmosphere. We can see them here in the Pioneer Valley when activity on the sun is exceptionally ...

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