Earth's Magnetic North Pole Drifts Toward Siberia

Earth's magnetic north pole is shifting closer to Siberia, moving away from its previous position in Canada, with significant implications for global navigation systems that depend on the magnetic north for orientation. The National Centers for Environmental Information and the British Geological Survey have released the updated World Magnetic Model (WMM) 2025, which forecasts changes in the magnetic field over the next five years. This model is crucial for GPS systems used in various technologies, including smartphones, airplanes, and ships, as it helps maintain accurate navigational data. The magnetic north pole is distinguished from the geographic North Pole, as it is determined by the dynamic magnetic field of the Earth, which has shown unpredictable movement patterns in recent decades. Despite advancements in understanding, the specific causes of these changes remain largely unexplained, prompting ongoing research. The WMM is updated every five years to reflect the current position of the magnetic north and to predict its future trajectory, confirmed once again to be drifting toward Russia.