Michigan could observe the northern lights the night of Aug. 7 and Aug. 8, 2025, with a geomagnetic storm on its way. Here's a look at what to know. Morning showers and storms will be possible for Thursday morning.

Northern Illinois and Wisconsin are on the edge of Thursday night's viewing area. Your best bet to see the northern lights is away from cities or other areas with significant light pollution, and within an hour or two of midnight.

The exact timing of the CME’s arrival and how much of a geomagnetic storm will be produced remains to be seen.