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Aurora Outlook: Solar Cycle 25 Decline
| Date | 2026-09-24 to 2028-12-31 |
| Type | Other |
| Visible from | Northern US states and all of Canada; strong geomagnetic storms can push visibility as far south as the mid-latitude US. |
NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center places Solar Cycle 25 maximum around July 2025 (plus or minus eight months), meaning elevated solar activity and a good chance of aurora-producing storms continues into 2026 and 2027 before gradually declining through 2028.
Best viewing tip
Check the NOAA SWPC 3-day aurora forecast and Kp index before a trip, and get away from city lights with a clear view north.