Fall Equinox Triggers Auroras

Did you know that the equinox is a great time to look for the aurora? This is the result of a combination of factors. First, during the equinox solar particles will strike our magnetic field at right angles, which makes it easier for them to make it closer to Earth. Additionally, around this time of year the solar system’s magnetic field interacts with the Earth’s magnetic field to make it weaker, and more vulnerable to particles. Combined with the Sun’s recent solar flare activity, this equinox is an opportunity to keep your eyes on the skies to possibly catch a glimpse of the aurora!