March Promises Active Northern Lights Displays Across the U.S.
March Promises Active Northern Lights Displays Across the U.S.
US · Published Mar 7, 2026
• Increased solar activity and the spring equinox in March are expected to enhance Northern Lights displays across the U.S.
• The best time to view the aurora borealis is between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. local time in the darkest possible location.
• The 'Russell-McPherron Effect' increases the likelihood and intensity of aurora displays by allowing solar wind to more easily reach Earth's magnetic poles.
Active aurora viewing month in United States
March is predicted to be an active month for observing the Northern Lights in the United States, thanks to increased solar activity and the upcoming spring equinox.
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