The tri-state area is getting its chance to see the beauty of the Northern Lights right at home, with New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut seeing a cosmic phenomenon brewing now.
It would first appear later in the night this Friday and reports claim that it is possible to see this cosmic display of lights this weekend, which typically takes place in far northern areas.
Aurora Borealis is a rare light show in North America, offering a glistening, iridescent, and majestic display.
Northern Lights in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center reported in its Planetary K-Index that the magnitude of geomagnetic storms coming this Friday, May 10, will reach 7.5 to 9kp.
This means that Aurora Borealis would appear in the skies of the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, starting from around 3:00 PM and peaking at around 9 PM until the wee hours of the night.
Typically, the northern lights only need a magnitude of 7kp to appear over a certain location in the world.
According to CBS News, New York will experience an 8kp geomagnetic storm magnitude, a new record high since 2005.
How and When to Watch Tristate's Northern Lights
The Northern Lights in the US' tristate area would peak at 2:00 AM on Saturday, May 11, and this is when the 9kp geomagnetic storm would occur.
It was also reported that it is possible to appear through the weekend to view it, but it remains unknown when to expect it.
CBS reported that users need not be directly under the Aurora Borealis to see it, as it is visible up to 600 miles away. However, it is recommended that they travel out of the city to avoid light pollution that could hinder its visibility.
Aurora Borealis: The Glamorous Sky Show
One of the most coveted and frequently occurring lights show from space is the Aurora Borealis, and its breathtaking display and otherworldy colors are some of its most coveted experiences for many.
There are many places to see the Aurora, whether in the European region, with Iceland being one of the most famous, or in North America, in various US states and Canada.
The Northern Lights are known as a natural occurrence from space. The phenomenon has been the subject of many studies, including why it brings out its unique colors and glows above the Earth.
When the magnetosphere, a three-dimensional space, receives solar winds from the Sun traveling at 250 to 500 miles per second, charged particles from the planet's magnetic field interact with it, raising electrons to higher states. The excess energy portrays radiant light.
Many bucket lists include seeing the Aurora Borealis and planning trips to certain cities or regions where it is widely visible and can be enjoyed.
However, this recent cosmic event is coming to the US, particularly in the tri-state area, and can be easily spotted without equipment.
