This is an automated update from the University of Alberta Aurora Watch service.

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The AuroraWatch alert level has been upgraded to a RED alert as of 7:10 PM on 2 May 2025 MDT.

This alert will remain in effect until 7:00 AM on 3 May 2025 MDT, and indicates that there is a very high chance (>~70%) of observing Auroral activity tonight providing viewing conditions are favourable (i.e. clear sky) from your viewing location. See viewing tips for general help in choosing a location.

The weather conditions at the time of this alert were reported as Sunny, for Edmonton Airport.

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At 10:10 PM on 1 May 2025 MDT, an AuroraWatch red alert was issued. This alert was in effect until 7:00 AM on 2 May 2025 MDT, indicating there was a very good chance (>~70%) of Auroral activity. The weather conditions were reported as Mainly Clear at the Edmonton Airport at the time of the alert.