An Expert Explains How To See Tonight’s Surprise Aurora Australis In Your City

THE RUNDOWN

• Experts are forecasting a G2 geomagnetic storm hitting Earth on Friday, July 3, 2026, around 5:50pm AEST.
• While peak aurora activity will be concentrated in northern regions, the lights will pass over Australia and New Zealand.
• This could result in aurora displays in Victoria, Tasmania and New Zealand, with some parts of New South Wales, ACT, South Australia and Western Australia exposed.