A G1 geomagnetic storm watch issued by NOAA predicts a potential display of the aurora borealis in Metro Vancouver on February 13th. The University of Alaska Fairbanks expects the aurora to be visible low on the horizon in the region, offering a unique celestial spectacle for residents.
Metro Vancouver residents might witness a captivating celestial show on the eve of Valentine's Day, extending into the early hours of the holiday. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G1 (Minor) geomagnetic storm watch for Thursday, February 13th, predicting 'storm periods are likely.
' The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) anticipates the aurora borealis will be visible overhead in locations like Inuvik, Juneau, Edmonton, and Winnipeg. It's also expected to be visible low on the horizon as far south as Seattle, Des Moines, Chicago, Cleveland, and Boston. Metro Vancouver residents may also have the opportunity to observe the dancing lights low on the horizon. The university's online aurora monitor map illustrates the regions where the aurora's green glow is likely to reach and other areas with lower chances of visibility. The map also provides a brief description of the aurora activity. Users can switch to different days to view the forecast. Metro Vancouver's weather forecast indicates several days of clear skies and freezing temperatures as a high-pressure ridge keeps Arctic air in the region through the end of the work week. However, some cloud cover is anticipated starting Thursday. V.I.A.'s Downtown Centre Weatherhood station projects a high of 4 degrees Celsius and a low of -1 degree Celsius for Thursday, with some cloudiness at night. Those hoping to catch a glimpse of the lights can utilize Environment Canada's online cloud prediction tool for astronomical purposes to determine when the skies are expected to be clear. Stay informed about hyperlocal forecasts across 50 neighborhoods in the Lower Mainland with V.I.A.'s Weatherhood
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