Recent studies have confirmed that Earth’s magnetic north pole is moving at an accelerated pace, currently heading toward Russia. The shift is a phenomenon that has garnered significant attention from scientists and geographic authorities around the world. The most recent official update by the World Magnetic Model shows that the magnetic north pole has relocated to 86.5 degrees north latitude and 169.5 degrees east longitude, an area in the Arctic Ocean near Russia. Scientists have noted that this is a notable shift, as the pole has moved over 1,000 kilometers in the past few decades, particularly accelerating since the 1990s. As of 2025, this shift has implications for navigation, wildlife patterns, and Earth’s geomagnetic field. According to Dr. Phil Livermore, a geomagnetist at the University of Leeds, ‘The magnetic field is constantly changing and can impact wildlife navigation, particularly in birds and sea turtles.’ This shift indicates ongoing changes in the Earth’s interior processes which influence the magnetic field. Additionally, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has indicated that this urgent update is necessary for navigation systems that depend on magnetic north. NOAA scientist Arvind Garg stated, ‘The updated position of the magnetic pole is crucial for accurate navigation and positioning systems that rely on magnetic input.’ In light of these developments, scientists call for ongoing monitoring of the magnetic field.
Earth’s Magnetic North Pole Shifts Towards Russia, Updates Scientists
