According to Dr. Schmoll, the Earth's magnetic field has a north and south pole, just like any magnet. The sun does as well.

March is one of the best months of the year to see the aurora borealis. Here's how to catch a glimpse of the northern lights ...

A huge sun eruption combines with speedy solar wind from a "coronal hole" for a weekend aurora show, experts predict.

Scientists attribute their vibrant colors to excited gases emitted in Earth's atmosphere ... Maximize your changes of seeing an aurora borealis shower by following these tips no matter your location ...

Viewers in Fairbanks, Alaska captured the northern lights, or the aurora borealis, on video Sunday, showing vibrant green ...

The latest Northern Lights forecast means the aurora borealis may be seen in the continental U.S. tonight after space weather ...

Related: Where to see the northern lights: Aurora borealis guide — Aurora colors: What causes them and why do they vary? — Aurora myths, legends and misconceptions — The next 4 to 5 years ...

The best time to try and see the northern lights is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., according to NOAA. If you’re hoping to see ...

“The colors were much more defined,” he said ... As the solar activity that causes the aurora borealis is expected to reach the peak of its 11-year cycle in the next year, opportunities ...

Aurora borealis is one of the coolest astronomical events that we can see with the naked eye. It makes the sky glow beautiful colors, and auroras are just random enough to be exciting occurrences.