Will the Northern Lights be visible in the UK tonight?

• The Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, was widely visible across the UK on Monday evening, extending as far south as northern Italy.
• The spectacular display was caused by heightened solar activity, specifically severe geomagnetic storms and a Coronal Mass Ejection (CME).
• The Met Office confirmed the dazzling displays will potentially continue in some areas on Tuesday, but cloud and rain on Tuesday evening might hinder further viewing.
• Krista Hammond, Met Office Space Weather Manager, said that aurora sightings are possible on Tuesday evening across Scotland, perhaps also Northern Ireland and northern England, where skies are clear.
• The best viewing times are typically within an hour or two of midnight, away from light pollution, allowing eyes to adjust to darkness.

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Aurora borealis lights up UK night skies with dazzling displays