Residents in Peguis, Manitoba, may have the chance to see the Northern Lights this week as spring begins on March 20, 2026. The Weather Network reports that a boost in solar activity is expected to create light displays across the country.
The timing of the spring equinox often leads to more intense displays because of what researchers call equinox cracks. These cracks in the magnetic field of the Earth allow solar particles to enter the atmosphere more easily, which can cause the lights to appear much brighter and more colourful.
Local viewing in Peguis might be difficult because of the current weather forecast. The Weather Network is predicting overcast skies and scattered snow flurries for the community on March 20, 2026.
People who want to see the aurora should watch for gaps in the clouds during the night. The best viewing usually happens in dark areas away from streetlights when the sky is clear.
