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Incredible northern lights dazzle across MN, United States
Tuesday's northern lights were among the most intense shows we've seen in decades, with the aurora extending down to central Mexico. FOX 9's Cody Matz explains how this incredible show came to be.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - After an incredible northern lights display on Tuesday night, Minnesotans have another chance to see the aurora this week.
Aurora possible again this week
What we know:
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center says geomagnetic storm conditions are currently at G3 (strong) levels after previously reaching G4 (severe). Elevated geomagnetic storm levels are likely to carry over into Nov. 14, which could mean additional chances to see the aurora.
FOX 9 viewer submissions of the Northern Lights seen across Minnesota on Nov. 11, 2025.
Local perspective:
Minnesotans will have another chance to see the northern lights this week. However, there will be some passing clouds at times that could make them more difficult to see on Wednesday evening. Thursday night will be clear.
Northern lights photos
Aurora photos:
Tuesday's northern lights were among the most intense shows we've seen in decades, with the aurora extending down to central Mexico.
Here are photos of the aurora in Minnesota and beyond:
Tips for seeing the aurora
What you can do:
The NOAA recommends the following tips for the best chance to see the Northern Lights.
- It’s generally better to go north.
- To have the best opportunity to see them, get as far away from city lights as possible. You can use this map to find the best spots near you.
- Spring and fall are often the best times to see the aurora, because "the subtleties in the way the solar wind interacts with Earth’s magnetosphere" can create larger geomagnetic storms.
You can find the latest space weather forecast on NOAA’s website here.
The Source: This story uses information from NOAA and previous FOX 9 reporting.