Northern Lights May Be Visible in 14 US States on June 25 – Guide & Tips
A G2 geomagnetic storm on June 25 could bring the northern lights to 14 US states—from Alaska to South Dakota . Discover when and where to watch why it’s happening and expert viewing advice .
What’s Causing This Sky Spectacle
A fast-moving stream of solar wind from a coronal hole in the sun is expected to reach Earth on June 25 potentially triggering a moderate G2 geomagnetic storm . According to the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center this could push the planetary K-index to around Kp 5.5–5.7 . This level of geomagnetic activity is strong enough to expand the auroral oval southward allowing the northern lights to be seen in areas far below the Arctic Circle .
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Where You Might See Them
If skies are clear the aurora could be visible across parts of the following 14 US states from most to least likely .
- Alaska
- Minnesota
- North Dakota
- Montana
- Maine
- Michigan
- Wisconsin
- Vermont
- New Hampshire
- Washington
- Oregon
- Idaho
- New York
- South Dakota
When to Look & Viewing Conditions
The best time to view the northern lights is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m . local time with peak activity typically around 1 a.m . However visibility may be affected by short summer nights and lingering twilight near the solstice. Cloud cover and light pollution will also play a major role in visibility .
Expert Advice for Chasing the Aurora
Head away from city lights to darker open areas for optimal viewing .
Be patient—auroras can appear and vanish within minutes.
Use tools like NOAA’s Aurora Dashboard and 30-minute forecast apps for real-time alerts and updates.
What to Expect
Observers may witness glowing green lights—possibly mixed with red—dancing across the northern horizon . While not guaranteed skywatchers in these 14 states could be treated to a rare and beautiful summer aurora display .