There's a chance to see the northern lights Friday and Saturday night in northern Wisconsin
Wisconsin skygazers may have another opportunity to see the northern lights Friday and Saturday night.
Strong geomagnetic storms throughout the year have caused the celestial event to dazzle across the night sky in Wisconsin on numerous appearances , most recently in mid-October .
Haven't caught the lights yet? Don't worry. Here's what to know about your chances of seeing them in Wisconsin over the next few days:
When could I see the northern lights in Wisconsin?
Parts of the northern U.S. — including Wisconsin — will have a chance to see the northern lights Friday and Saturday night, according to a forecast from the NOAA's Space Prediction Weather Center .
Fridays's forecast has a Kp index of three while Saturday's has a Kp index of four, meaning the aurora will be likely dimmer in intensity and not very active, according to the NOAA.
It's likely sky gazers will have a better chance of catching the phenomenon on Saturday rather than Friday.
For the most up-to-date forecasts, you can view the NOAA's aurora forecast tool here.
When's the best time to look for the northern lights?
The NOAA recommends seeking out the aurora borealis between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time.
What are other tips for seeing the aurora borealis?
On top of searching the night sky around midnight, the NOAA also recommends heading says those hoping to get a glimpse of a display should head away from city lights and towards high vantage points.
The best seasons for seeing the display, per the NOAA , are around the spring and fall equinoxes.
What will the weather be like this weekend?
Friday night in northern Wisconsin will likely be in the low 30s and partly cloudy, according to the National Weather Service's Green Bay office. The chilly weather continues into Saturday night with showers forecast after midnight.
Temperatures will be in the low 40s Friday night near Milwaukee and the sky will be partly cloudy, per the NWS Milwaukee office . Rain is likely Saturday night with temperatures in the low 40s.
