Northern lights expected to illuminate skies across 21 U.S. states

Skygazers will be able to view the spectacular northern lights in several states across the U.S. starting Tuesday, November 11. It will be visible from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Central Time.

Meanwhile, the aurora oval map shows that at least 21 states could view the enchanting aurora, and the display is expected to last into early Wednesday.

It has been observed that colorful night skies are caused by a natural light display.

According to the National Weather Service, it is commonly known as the aurora borealis, and the colourful night skies are caused by interaction between Earth’s magnetic field and the sun’s plasma.

The data released by the National Weather Service further demonstrated that it occurred from the interaction between Earth’s magnetic field and the sun's plasma.

The northern lights forecast offers an opportunity for millions, and this celestial event underscores the dynamic relationship between our planet and the sun.

Following states will be able to view the northern lights:

• Alaska
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Montana
• Nebraska
• New Hampshire
• New York
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Pennsylvania
• Vermont
• Wyoming
• Washington
• Wisconsin