Thanksgiving Night Lights: Dim Northern Lights Might Appear in the Northern U.S.

This Thanksgiving, there might be beautiful lights in the sky called auroras. These lights might be seen in the northern part of the United States. The best time to see them is Thursday night and Friday morning, but it depends on how strong the solar storms are.

Many states in the north might have a chance to see these auroras. Some of these states are Washington, Montana, Minnesota, and Maine. Even parts of Idaho, Wyoming, New York, and Vermont might get a glimpse of the lights.

Experts say the best time to look for the auroras is between 10 p.m. on Thursday and 1 a.m. on Friday. It's hard to know exactly when they will appear, though. You can check for updates on the NOAA website or an app that tracks auroras.

To see the auroras, you need a clear night sky and to be away from city lights. If you can't see them with your eyes, try taking a picture with your phone. Sometimes the camera can pick up the colors of the auroras even if we can't see them.

The sun is very active right now, which is why we see more auroras. This active period will likely last for another year. Scientists don't expect this week's solar storm to cause problems with our communication systems, though.