The cosmic phenomenon follows a partial halo coronal mass ejection (CME) that erupted from an active region on the Sun. The resulting cloud of magnetised solar plasma is scheduled to collide with Earth\u2019s magnetic atmosphere tonight.<\/p>\n
When these high-energy solar particles collide with gases in Earth\u2019s upper atmosphere, they get funnelled toward the magnetic poles\u2014igniting vibrant pink, violet, and emerald light curtains. The stronger the geomagnetic storm, the further toward the equator the auroral oval stretches, giving Australians a front-row seat.<\/p>\n
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Where & When To See Tonight\u2019s Aurora <\/p>\n
The strongest displays are expected across Tasmania and Victoria, where auroral activity is most commonly observed. If geomagnetic activity spikes to G2 levels, visibility will extend further north across: <\/p>\n
Coastal South Australia (including the Fleurieu Peninsula and Eyre Peninsula)<\/p>\n
Southwest Western Australia (Albany, Margaret River, and southern Perth coastal fringes)<\/p>\n
The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Southern New South Wales coastlines<\/p>\n
Solar weather is notoriously unpredictable, so timings may shift depending on when the CME actually reaches Earth\u2019s magnetic field, but the peak geomagnetic storm is expected to start around 10pm AEDT and last until 6am Saturday morning. It\u2019s worth keeping one eye on the Bureau of Meteorology\u2019s Space Weather page as the evening goes on.<\/p>\n
Region \/ CitySunsetOptimal Viewing WindowExpected Intensity LevelTasmania (Hobart)7:12 PM9:30 PM \u2013 2:00 AMHigh (Naked-eye visible)Victoria (Melbourne)7:35 PM10:00 PM \u2013 3:00 AMModerate\u2013HighSouth Australia (Adelaide)7:30 PM10:15 PM \u2013 3:00 AMModerate (Photographic)ACT \/ Southern NSW (Canberra\/Eden)7:08 PM10:30 PM \u2013 2:00 AMLow\u2013Moderate (Horizon flare)Southern WA (Perth\/Albany)6:22 PM9:45 PM \u2013 2:00 AM AWSTLow\u2013Moderate<\/p>\n
Tips For How To See The Aurora\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even under the right conditions, the aurora can be easy to miss if you\u2019re not set up for it. A few small adjustments to where and how you watch can make the difference between a washed-out sky and a proper light show.<\/p>\n
Get away from city lights. Regional or coastal spots with an unobstructed southern horizon give you the best shot.<\/p>\n
Face south. The Aurora Australis appears low on the southern horizon from mainland Australia, not overhead.<\/p>\n
Cold, clear nights are ideal \u2014 cloud cover will block the view entirely, no matter how strong the storm is.<\/p>\n
If you can\u2019t see much with the naked eye, try your phone camera. Long exposure often picks up colour that isn\u2019t visible to the naked eye.<\/p>\n
Patience is key. Auroras come in waves (sub-storms), so a quiet sky doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s over.<\/p>\n
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