Scientists from the United States and the United Kingdom have revealed in their updated World Magnetic Model that the magnetic north pole is shifting toward Siberia, Russia, with an alarming pace. Starting January 1, 2024, this significant movement will officially place the magnetic pole closer to Siberia, a phenomenon unseen in recorded history.
Since 2019, the magnetic north pole has been moving rapidly, covering 22 miles annually. In total, it has shifted approximately 110 miles from its earlier position. William Brown, a scientist from the British Geological Survey, remarked, “The magnetic north pole is behaving in ways never observed before. It has officially moved southward, nearing Siberia.”
Unlike the geographic north pole, which is a fixed point where all longitudinal lines meet at 90° north latitude, the magnetic north pole is dynamic. It marks the spot where Earth’s magnetic field lines point directly into the planet’s core. The pole’s consistent drift is linked to changes in Earth’s magnetic field.
According to predictions, by January 1, 2025, the magnetic north pole will be at 85.76°N and 139.27°E. By 2030, it is expected to shift further to 84.72°N and 126.07°E. This movement has profound implications for navigation systems, including GPS, which rely heavily on Earth’s magnetic properties.
