Could we see the Northern Lights in Oklahoma tonight? Here's what the aurora forecast says

There has been a lot of activity from the Northern Lights this year with a major light show the entire nation could see.

Since then, the activity has continued and many Oklahomans have had sightings throughout the summer and into the fall.

Here’s how to find aurora borealis forecasts to predict your chances of seeing the light show any time.

Northern Lights Map tonight

Each day, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts what the aurora forecast will look like for tonight and tomorrow night. Some animations show what the show looked like over the last 24 hours, and others show what the next 30 minutes will look like.

The forecasts are produced daily, so be sure to check the NOAA dashboard throughout the week .

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Are the Northern Lights visible in Oklahoma?

It's always possible! Though some Oklahomans have had better luck than others.

Though some maps and forecasts have predicted low visibility in southern states, some Oklahomans have still documented nights throughout the summer seeing the lights in the late night hours.

Where can I find the best spot to see the Northern Lights?

The best chance of seeing auroras late at night is to look north between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, away from city lights. This far south, the lights are best seen with a camera, even the one your smartphone comes equipped with.

What causes the Northern Lights?

Northern Lights, scientifically known as the Aurora Borealis, are caused by coronal mass ejections that erupt from an active sunspot. Combined with flares, they can create solar storms that interact with the Earth’s magnetic field or magnetosphere.

The planet repels the storm as it nears Earth, which causes the aurora to appear at the north and south poles.

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