Indianapolis, IN – Hoosiers may get a rare chance to see the northern lights tonight, with conditions expected to be favorable across much of Indiana.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in Indianapolis, the Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a forecast for a G3 (Strong) Geomagnetic Storm. The event could make the aurora borealis visible much farther south than usual, potentially stretching into the Midwest, including Indiana.
Mostly clear skies and overnight lows dipping into the 50s are expected to enhance viewing conditions. The best window for observing the northern lights will be late this evening into the early morning hours. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recommends finding dark areas away from city lights for the clearest views.
Experts say intensity of the aurora may vary, with some of the best chances occurring closer to midnight. Long-exposure cameras and tripods may help capture the phenomenon.
Residents are advised to bundle up if heading outside to skywatch, as cooler nighttime temperatures will settle across the region.
Updates on the aurora forecast will continue to be provided through spaceweather.gov.
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