Here's When The Northern Lights Could Be Visible In Connecticut

Connecticut residents could have a chance to see the Northern Lights Thursday and Friday nights as forecasters monitor a strong geomagnetic storm expected to impact Earth.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G3, or strong, geomagnetic storm watch for June 4-5 after multiple coronal mass ejections, or eruptions of solar material, were launched from the sun earlier this week.

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According to NOAA, the storm could produce aurora displays farther south than usual.

While visibility is never guaranteed, weather conditions across much of Connecticut appear most favorable Thursday night with mostly clear skies.

Skywatchers hoping to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights should head to dark locations away from city lights and look toward the northern horizon. The best viewing window is typically between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.