A powerful solar storm is expected to bring the Northern Lights to the Charlotte region late tonight into Saturday morning.
Another coronal mass ejection is arriving today, following a strong solar flare from earlier this week.
The KP index is forecast to reach 6, a level that often allows aurora viewing across the Carolinas. The best chance to see the lights will be from around 8pm to 9pm tonight, according to NOAA.
If you want the best possible shots with the brightest colors, you’ll need a long-exposure camera. Go to a very dark place where you have an unobstructed view toward the northern sky. The best place would be a remote mountain with north-facing views.
You can find the dark spots in your area using the official light pollution map here.
Happy aurora hunting!
