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4 hours ago
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Northern lights may be visible in these 23 US States tonight
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Northern lights could put on an impressive show tonight (June 1) as ongoing geomagnetic storm conditions may push auroras farther south than usual, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Earth is currently reverberating from a speedy coronal mass ejection (CME) impact that struck in the early hours of June 1, wreaking havoc on our planet's magnetic field — great news for anyone hoping to see the northern lights. Space weather forecasters from the U.K. Met Office predict frequent G1 to G2 level storming and occasional G3 and even G4 level storm intervals possible June 1-2. Read more: Aurora alert: Ongoing powerful geomagnetic storm could spark more northern lights across the US tonight The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center predicts that the Kp index will peak at 7.67 over the next 24 hours. For an up-to-date breakdown of timings, check out NOAA's 3-day forecast. (Kp is a measurement of geomagnetic activity, with an index that ranges from 0 to 9; higher Kp indicates stronger auroral activity.) Aurora chasers, get those cameras charged, fingers crossed and your eyes firmly fixed on the skies! You can also keep up with the latest forecasts and geomagnetic storm warnings with our aurora forecast live blog. Alaska has the highest chance of seeing the northern lights tonight. If G3 or even G4 storm levels are reached, auroras could be visible at high-latitude states, including Michigan and Maine, according to NOAA. Below, we have listed all 23 states that appear either fully or in part above the possible view line for auroras tonight according to NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center. They are ordered most likely to least likely based on their proximity to the auroral oval's center and how much of each state is within or near the view line. But remember, auroras are fickle — sometimes they appear much farther south than predicted, and other times they barely show up at all. Many conditions have to align for the perfect display. Alaska Montana North Dakota Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan South Dakota Vermont New Hampshire Maine Idaho Washington Oregon New York Massachusetts Connecticut Rhode Island Nebraska Iowa Wyoming Illinois Indianna Pennsylvania If you find yourself in one of the 23 states forecasted to have a chance of seeing the northern lights tonight, head to a north-facing vantage point as far away from light pollution as possible. But as we approach the summer solstice on June 20/21, the window of darkness for observing northern lights is shrinking; the early morning hours around 1 and 2 a.m. might be the best time to try and see the northern lights. Interested in tracking space weather and knowing when and where to spot auroras? Download a space weather app that provides forecasts based on your location. One option I use is "My Aurora Forecast & Alerts," available for both iOS and Android. However, any similar app should work well. I also use the "Space Weather Live" app, which is available on iOS and Android, to get a deeper understanding of whether the current space weather conditions are favorable for aurora sightings. Editor's note: If you snap a great picture of the northern or southern lights and would like to share it with readers, send your photo(s), comments, and your name and location to spacephotos@
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5 days ago
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Old Farmer's Almanac predicts Greater Akron's summer to be hotter than average
Memorial Day has come and gone, and summer is right around the corner. Will this summer season bring warmer-than-usual temperatures and higher levels of rain in Summit County than last summer, where droughts were seemingly commonplace? Here are some climate predictions from the Old Farmer's Almanac as well as the National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center. The first day of summer this year will be Friday, June 20. Weather in June will be normal but temperatures in July and August are expected to be above average. Last summer was reportedly Earth's hottest summer since at least 1880, and this summer's weather may be just as "intense," according to the Farmer's Almanac. Rainfall will also be above normal. The NWS's Climate Prediction Center forecasts temperatures and precipitation are likely to be above average for summer 2025. The Old Farmer's Almanac uses three disciplines to make its weather predictions: solar science, climatology, and meteorology. "We predict weather trends and events by comparing solar patterns and historical weather conditions with current solar activity," its website states. Weather predictions are accurate about 80% of the time, according to its website. Predictions for the 2023-2024 winter season were less accurate than normal, with a total accuracy rate of 64%. This included being 83.3% accurate in precipitation predictions and 44.4% accurate in temperature predictions. These inaccurate predictions were a reflection of abnormal weather patterns, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Reporter Anthony Thompson can be reached at ajthompson@ or on Twitter @athompsonABJ This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: old Farmer's Almanac predicts hotter average summer for Akron in 2025
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16-05-2025
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Hailstorms, tornadoes strike Wisconsin amid latest burst of severe weather
Tornadoes, baseball-sized hail and destructive winds jolted parts of Wisconsin, Minnesota and Illinois on Thursday afternoon amid a multiday stretch of severe weather. The worst of Thursday's storms was focused on Wisconsin, including a tornado that struck New Richmond, Wisconsin, located about 40 miles northeast of Minnesota. The extent of the damage is still unclear, but local resident Tara Olson captured footage of the twister swirling nearby. This was one of multiple tornadoes reported across the region. Large hail was common with most of the severe storms across the region with NOAA's Storm Prediction Center receiving over 150 reports of severe hail, ranging from the size of quarters to baseballs. One of the hailstorms tracked directly over Madison, Wisconsin, around the evening commute with the largest hail near the city measuring 2 inches in diameter. Another hailstorm pelted Milwaukee in the early evening with quarter-sized hailstones. Nearly 55,000 electric customers were without power across the region on Thursday evening amid the storms, according to The severe weather threat is predicted to escalate on Friday afternoon as the storms shift from the Midwest to the Tennessee and Ohio Valleys.
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15-05-2025
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What month does it start getting hot in Florida? Heat wave expected this weekend, next week
Summer in Florida has yet to officially begin, but things are already heating up. Ahead of Memorial Day, which most people in the U.S. consider the unofficial "start of the summer," Floridians will see temperatures hit potentially record-breaking highs next week. It's already warm and summery weather in Florida, but the heat wave will ramp things up and is likely a harbinger of a very hot summer ahead. Here's when it usually starts getting hot in Florida, when the upcoming heat wave is expected to hit and a quick breakdown of the forecast for summer 2025 in Florida. Where you live in the state determines what month it will start feeling noticeably warmer for you. Florida is a peninsula, so the northern region of the state cools down faster and sees summer later in the year than the southern region of the state. 'Variation from the mean date of arrival and departure of the hot season increases from northern to southern Florida,' Florida State University's Climate Center says. 'The timing, frequency and strength of cold fronts from the interior of the nation vary greatly from year to year.' For example, places in North Florida, like Tallahassee and Jacksonville, start seeing noticeably warm weather in May. But most places in South Florida, like Miami and West Palm Beach, started seeing summery weather in March, and can even see summer temps as early as February. And this year, things are heating up quickly. A heat wave is on its way. Tips to stay cool: Jacksonville could experience record-breaking high temperatures next week Yes. Record-setting high temperatures are expected across Florida, climbing up to the mid-90s in parts of the state, including Jacksonville, through the weekend and early next week. The National Weather Service in Jacksonville is warning that, based on current forecasts, records could be set or tied not only for record highs – even the low temperatures could set a record for high minimums. Temperatures above normal are expected from May 18 through May 22, especially for Florida, south Texas and stretching into southern Georgia, according to NOAA's Climate Prediction Center. And although it will be hotter than is typical for this time of year, expected high temperatures in Florida don't compare to the triple digits forecast for parts of Texas, where some cities could see high temperatures of 113. This orecast aligns with earlier predictions from the Old Farmer's Almanac, which predicted that summer 2025 was 'shaping up to be a doozy!" Its prediction said Florida is expected to be hot and dry this summer, although South Florida could see cooler, rainy conditions. In much of the state, temperatures will reach the mid-90s this upcoming week, which is abnormally high for May in north Florida, specifically. Enjoy the rain? See forecast: Heat wave could bring near-record-high temperatures to Florida. Yes. This summer is predicted to be a hot one in Florida. June through August could "feature sweltering heat, severe weather, intense wildfires and the start of a dynamic hurricane season," AccuWeather said in its summer forecast. And NOAA's summer forecast predicted temperatures across the Sunshine State will likely be above-average for all of Florida. It depends on what you consider the start of summer. To start, there's a difference between the astronomical and meteorological first day of summer. And a lot of people in the U.S. see Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial 'start of summer,' while those with kids in school might base the turn of the season on when school lets out for the summer season. If you consider the start of summer to be the first sweltering temperatures of the year, the first heat wave is expected to hit on May 18 (see above). This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Summer heat in Florida: Heat wave bringing high temps to Florida early
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13-05-2025
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Enjoy the rain? Heat wave could bring near-record-high temperatures to Florida. See forecast
Did you enjoy the recent rainfall in Florida? Good, because now hold onto those umbrellas for a different reason: It's going to get hot. Really hot. Temperatures are expected to climb the rest of this week, into the weekend, and then into early next week. ➤ Weather alerts via text: Sign up to get updates about current storms and weather events by location The National Weather Service in Jacksonville is warning that, based on current forecasts, records could be set or tied not only for record highs but even the low temperatures could set a record for high minimums. But before you complain, expected high temperatures in Florida don't compare to the triple digits forecast for parts of Texas, where some cities could see high temperatures of 113. Temperatures above normal are expected from May 18 through May 22, especially for Florida, south Texas and stretching into southern Georgia, according to NOAA's Climate Prediction Center. The six- to 10-day forecast aligns with earlier predictions from the Old Farmer's Almanac, which forecast summer 2025 "is shaping up to be a doozy!" It's prediction said Florida is expected to be hot and dry this summer, although South Florida could see cooler, rainy conditions. ➤ Check your AC. Forecast calls for 'doozy' of a summer. See what Florida can expect June through August could "feature sweltering heat, severe weather, intense wildfires and the start of a dynamic hurricane season," AccuWeather said in its summer forecast. And rounding out the trifecta of unwelcome news, NOAA's summer forecast predicted temperatures across the Sunshine State will likely be above-average for all of Florida. Expect temperatures to climb steadily across much of Florida. "Records could be tied or broken based on current forecasts. Lows appear to be above normal, and potentially close to record high minimum. Heat indices look to be peak to near 100," the National Weather Service Jacksonville warned in its forecast for May 16-May 19. "Hot," the National Weather Service Melbourne said, saying residents across the East Coast and Central Florida can expect "well above normal temperatures," although records are a little more uncertain at this time. A moderate heat risk is expected across most of the area through the weekend. High temperatures expected Saturday, May 17, across Florida: Pensacola: 84 Tallahassee: 95 Jacksonville: 96 Daytona Beach: 92 Melbourne: 91 Port St. Lucie: 93 West Palm Beach: 85 Naples: 90 Fort Myers: 92 Sarasota: 84 Planning to check out the theme parks in Central Florida over the weekend? Be prepared for sunny skies with a high near 95. ➤ 8 tips on how to enjoy Florida theme parks during hot, humid weather As of 8 a.m., May 13, more than 6 million people across the U.S. are under extreme heat advisories, watches and warnings, according to the National Integrated Heat Health Information System. ➤ NOAA heat risk map The most vulnerable to heat-related illnesses are children, babies and older adults, especially those with pre-existing conditions, according to the National Weather Service. Here's how to protect yourself and family from heat: Drink plenty of water. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and drinks high in sugar and sodium. Apply sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher every two hours. Minimize direct exposure to the sun. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting and light-colored clothing. Take regular breaks in the shade or air-conditioned areas. Take a cool bath or shower. Don't turn a fan toward you if the room temperature is warmer than 90 degrees. The dry blowing air will dehydrate you faster. Try to avoid strenuous activities until the coolest time of the day. Eat light, cool, easy-to-digest foods such as fruit or salads. Check on others and never leave someone or a pet in a parked car. The Centers for Disease Control said these are the symptoms of your body overheating: Muscle cramping Unusually heavy sweating Shortness of breath Dizziness Headaches Weakness ➤ CDC Heat Risk website by ZIP code When summer arrives depends on which summer you mean. Meteorological summer is June, July and August. Astronomical summer arrives on the summer solstice and ends with the autumn equinox. So astronomical summer this year will run from June 20, the date of the summer solstice for 2025, to Sept. 22, the arrival of the autumn equinox. The summer solstice is the longest day of the year. We will continue to update our weather coverage as conditions warrant. Download your local site's app to ensure you're always connected to the news. And look for our special subscription offers here. This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Florida heat wave: Near record temps expected. See forecast by city
