The UK was treated to a magical show as the Northern Lights lit up the night sky in green and pink. Also called the Aurora Borealis, this happens when particles from the sun hit Earth’s atmosphere, .
Usually, the Northern Lights are seen far north, near the Arctic Circle. But strong solar activity can bring them further south. On Monday evening, people across Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and parts of England—from the south-west to the north-east.
The auroras weren’t just in the UK. They were spotted as far south as northern Italy, southern Spain, and France’s Côte d’Azur.
Tuesday night is expected to be calmer. Cloudy skies may make it hard to see the lights in most areas. Still, northern and eastern Scotland should have clear views, and Northern Ireland could catch an early glimpse.
Monday’s Northern Lights were a rare and unforgettable sight—a reminder of just how magical the night sky can be.
