The solar maximum may be over, but the sun has still been busy with activity.

“Space weather is about to put on a show.” That’s how forecasters at the Space Weather Prediction Center-a division of the ...

A spectacular aurora show appeared over much of the U.S. overnight Nov. 11-12 with little notice, and forecasters aren't sure what might be in store next. It's possible auroras might be seen again ...

On April 21, 2023, a coronal mass ejection produced a burst of plasma that generated a severe geomagnetic storm on Earth. Credit: NOAA SAN FRANCISCO — Lynker Space is working with the National Oceanic ...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER — SpaceX launched three satellites early Wednesday on a million-mile trip to tackle the mysteries of space weather, including how to protect from the sun’s disruptive and ...

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Idaho as a speedy solar wind continues to buffet Earth's magnetic field. The northern lights could light up skies across the U.S. tonight, as a high-speed solar ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – NASA and NOAA are launching a powerful new tool called the SWFO-L1 satellite, which stands for “Space Weather Follow-On at Lagrange Point 1,″ to help us better understand and prepare ...

After decades of relying on aging satellites, NOAA is launching a purpose-built eye on the sun. On Sept. 23, a spacecraft will launch with a clear mission — to keep a constant watch on the sun to help ...

A powerful geomagnetic storm is causing the northern lights to be visible across the United States. While creating beautiful auroras, intense solar storms can also threaten power grids and ...

After a day that saw the sun release strong solar flares, the Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a strong geomagnetic storm watch for the planet. Over the last 24 hours the sun has released ...