The Magnetic North Pole Just Shifted and It's Moving Faster — Here’s What It Means

Earth's magnetic north pole has drifted closer to Siberia, continuing its unpredictable movement due to changes in the planet’s molten core. Unlike the fixed geographic North Pole, magnetic north shifts because of Earth's magnetosphere. While it once moved about 6 miles annually, it accelerated to 34 miles per year in the 1990s. By 2025, it has slowed to 22 miles per year. This affects navigation, with airlines and militaries updating systems. Although geomagnetic reversals have occurred in Earth's history, scientists are unsure when or if one will happen, highlighting the ongoing mysteries of the planet’s magnetic forces.