The Met Office has said that the Northern Lights could be visible in the UK tonight as a geomagnetic storm is taking place today
Brits could be in for a treat as there's a chance to spot the mesmerising Northern Lights tonight, provided the skies are clear. The UK could witness spectacular auroral displays this evening , thanks to a geomagnetic storm occurring today.
A rare appearance from the Northern Lights in May was captured in a series of dazzling photos from across Nottinghamshire. The lights, also known as aurora borealis, were visible across the city and county on May 10. The best views tonight are expected in the northern regions of the UK, where the likelihood of seeing the Northern Lights is higher due to the storm.
However, the potential for an awe-inspiring light show comes with a caveat; weather conditions such as cloud cover and light pollution could hinder the experience. For the best chance of observing the aurora, a dark, clear night is essential.The Met Office has also indicated that the limited darkness during this period of the year could further affect the visibility of the aurora, reports the Manchester Evening News.
According to the latest space weather forecast by the Met Office, the geomagnetic storm is set to last until 11:59 pm tonight. The forecast notes: "A Coronal Mass Ejection is likely to arrive early on July 24, giving a peak chance of Strong Geomagnetic Storm conditions. This may result in auroral displays down to Northern Ireland, northern England and similar geomagnetic latitudes, albeit impeded by the near-full moon and limited hours of darkness.
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