Atlanta, GA – The Northern Lights could once again be visible across portions of the Southeast tonight, as the solar storm responsible for Tuesday’s nationwide aurora display continues to send charged particles toward Earth’s atmosphere. According to the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center, a G3–G4-level geomagnetic storm remains active, making auroras possible as far south as Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
Forecasters across the region are calling for mostly clear skies this evening — ideal conditions for skywatching in many areas. The best time to look will be between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m., facing north and away from bright city lights. Rural areas across northern Georgia, the Carolinas, and central Tennessee offer the best viewing potential.
The National Weather Service reports a steady warming trend through the end of the week, with calm winds and dry air tonight that should keep visibility crisp. Some thin clouds may move in late, especially near the Gulf Coast, but conditions remain favorable for early viewing.
Experts say smartphone cameras can often pick up the aurora’s colors better than the naked eye — use long exposure or “night mode” settings to capture the faint red and green hues.
If you missed the Northern Lights earlier this week, tonight may be the Southeast’s last chance to experience the phenomenon before the solar storm begins to weaken.
