Northern Lights May Appear Alongside November Super Moon in Wisconsin
Wisconsinites have a unique opportunity to witness three celestial events on November 5: the northern lights, the November super full moon, and the Taurids meteor shower. Wednesday night promises a rare astronomical show.
Celestial Events on November 5 and 6
On November 5, the aurora borealis might be visible in northern Wisconsin, while the entire state could see the northern lights on November 6. This prediction comes from NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC), which forecasts a Kp index of 3 on Wednesday and 5 on Thursday.
"If the lights are visible, they will likely be brighter and there will be more auroral activity when they're in the three to five KP index range since they're further from the poles." – NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center
Visibility and Weather Conditions
- The northern part of Wisconsin, including Green Bay and Appleton, is expected to have mostly clear skies on November 5, according to the National Weather Service.
- However, rain showers across much of the state, including Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Appleton, and Wausau, could reduce visibility of the northern lights.
Aurora Forecast Tools
The SWPC offers a short-term forecast tool showing the location and intensity of the aurora over the next 30 to 90 minutes, helping viewers track the northern lights in real-time.
Summary
November 5 and 6 offer Wisconsin residents a chance to see the northern lights alongside a super moon and meteor shower, though weather may affect visibility in some areas.
Author's summary: Wisconsin may witness the rare combination of northern lights, a super full moon, and meteor shower this week, though rain could hinder viewing in several locations.