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Was today the northern lights visible?

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No — the Kp index peaked at 4.3 in the past 24 hours, short of the storm levels Ohio needs.

Why
  • Latest planetary K-index: 1.67 (06:00 UTC)
  • Max Kp past 24 hours: 4.33
  • No geomagnetic storm in progress

For Columbus, OH, US · checked 7:04 AM · permanent link · NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center