Northern Lights

2024 - 8 - 12

When the Sky Throws a Party: Northern Lights Dazzle the UK!

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Stargazers across the UK are in for a treat as the Northern Lights and meteors paint the skies in vibrant colours! Don't miss out on this cosmic spectacle!

Across the UK, stargazers have been treated to a celestial fiesta as the Northern Lights—better known as the Aurora Borealis—have been dazzling night skies from Northern Ireland to Cornwall. Just recently, social media exploded with stunning photos of the spectacular display illuminating everything from the picturesque hills of Cumbria to the bustling streets of Bolton. Weather watchers and keen photographers reported back with jaw-dropping images, truly capturing the essence of nature's beauty as vibrant greens and purples danced across the heavens. It's like the universe decided to throw an impromptu rave just for us!

But that’s not all—everyone loves a good two-for-one deal! Alongside the Aurora Borealis, stargazers were also treated to the impressive Perseid meteor shower, with reports of 100 shooting stars visible each hour. The sight of meteors streaking through the sky while the Northern Lights twinkled was undoubtedly a sight to behold; it's hard to keep your jaws off the ground when the cosmos goes all out for entertainment like this! Particularly in locations like Southampton and St Helens, locals were captivated by these cosmic wonders, sharing their snaps and tales of the experience, sparking joyous conversations and hashtags all over Twitter and Instagram.

While some people were lucky enough to witness this spectacular light show first-hand, others made the most of the clear skies by gobbling up news updates and photo compilations of the Aurora. The heightened activity can be largely credited to stormy solar weather, thanks to coronal mass ejections from the sun, leading to the geography of the UK participating in a dazzling cosmic performance that even had the most seasoned stargazers gasping in awe. Whether you’ve witnessed a shooting star or a full-on light show from the North, these events are reminders of our small yet spectacular place in the universe.

As if that wasn’t enough, the light displays seem to have bypassed traditional viewing limitations, reaching as far south as Oxfordshire and Cornwall, places not typically known for such phenomena. It's almost as if the sky decided to throw a surprise party, inviting everyone across the nation! Those missing out need not fret, as the cosmic forecast suggests that this weekend may bring new chances for spotting the Northern Lights, so keep your cameras ready!

Fun fact: Did you know that the Northern Lights can actually be a variety of colours? While green is the most common hue, the lights can also appear in shades of pink, red, yellow, blue, and violet, depending on the type of gas particles that the solar winds collide with! Also, if you think witnessing these lights is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, think again—these phenomena are often cyclical and can happen multiple times throughout the year, particularly during peak solar activity times! So, stay tuned, keep your eyes peeled, and prepare for an astronomical thrill!

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Image courtesy of "BBC News"

Northern Lights: Spectacular display lights up Irish skies (BBC News)

Weather watcher photos from across Northern Ireland show the dazzling lights.

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Meteor shower & northern lights visible in Scotland tonight (alloaadvertiser.com)

The Aurora Borealis has been intensified by a coronal mass ejection, making it visible in Scotland tonight, with 100 meteors visible every hour.

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Image courtesy of "Cumbria Crack"

Northern Lights spotted over Cumbria on second night (Cumbria Crack)

The Northern Lights – or aurora borealis – are caused by charged particles from the sun hitting gases in the Earth's atmosphere. The colours are due to ...

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Image courtesy of "The Bolton News"

Northern Lights captured as they appeared above Bolton (The Bolton News)

The dazzling Northern Lights illuminated the night sky above Bolton in the early hours, with Bolton News Camera Club members up to capture the…

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Image courtesy of "Oxford Mail"

Northern Lights to be visible in Oxfordshire this week (Oxford Mail)

Stargazers across the country have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, several times already in 2024 ...

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Meteor shower and northern lights dazzle Southampton (Daily Echo)

This was the second time people were dazzled by the Northern Lights, with photographers also capturing the scene on Sunday night. Keen photographer Amanda Jane ...

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Image courtesy of "St Helens Star"

Northern Lights put on a show in the night sky above St Helens (St Helens Star)

The Aurora Borealis was visible in parts of the UK last night (Monday) in what was described as "one of the most spectacular displays in the night sky".

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Image courtesy of "USA TODAY"

Timelapse video shows northern lights glittering from the top of New ... (USA TODAY)

The natural light show was captured from the Mount Washington Observatory on Monday morning. The northern lights could be visible again in the U.S. on ...

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Latest on chances for meteors and Northern Lights (WOWK 13 News)

(WOWK) — Monday night (August 12/13) brings another chance to view not only the Perseid meteor shower, but also the Northern Lights, as long as clouds don't ...

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Vermont has more chances to see Northern Lights this week. These ... (BurlingtonFreePress.com)

Aside from full moons, planetary alignments, eclipses, and meteor showers, the Northern Lights have made several appearances in the skies over New England this ...

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Stellar night for West Midlands' Northern lights photographers (BBC News)

The bright purple sky was reflected on the water's surface, as seen in this photo by BBC Weather Watcher Jonnymo in Cockshutt, Shropshire.

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Image courtesy of "Clydebank Post"

Stunning shots of the Northern lights in Clydebank by our camera club (Clydebank Post)

The Aurora Borealis and a Perseid Meteor Shower lit up the sky over Scotland last night and our camera club members snapped some stunning shots over…

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Image courtesy of "The National"

Northern Lights Scotland: Spectacular pictures captured near Glasgow (The National)

THE Northern Lights appeared in the sky last night, and the Glasgow Times Camera Club sprung into action...

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Aurora alert: Geomagnetic storms from solar flares may supercharge ... (Space.com)

The sun's stormy weather is supercharging auroras on Earth this week, due to a series of intense geomagnetic storms triggered by recent solar flares.

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Image courtesy of "Forbes"

Northern Lights Display To Continue; Severe Geomagnetic Storm ... (Forbes)

Just hours after many woke up to dazzling pre-dawn displays of the aurora borealis, forecasters say the ethereal show may not be over.

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Northern lights UK: Stunning display right across the country (BBC News)

After a strong geomagnetic storm, the aurora borealis was captured as far south as Cornwall.

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Northern lights and spectacular meteor shower make night sky glow ... (Sky News)

UK stargazers were treated to a double-whammy of northern lights and the Perseids meteor shower last night, with people as far south as Cornwall seeing the ...

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Northern Lights illuminate Falkirk district skies (Falkirk Herald)

The aurora borealis were visible locally, as well as across many parts of Scotland, last night with many sharing their pictures across social media. The natural ...

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Image courtesy of "Lancashire Telegraph"

Stunning photo of Northern Lights over Blackburn last ngiht (Lancashire Telegraph)

Lancashire Telegraph Camera Club member Joe Jackson captured a stunning photograph of the Aurora Borealis over the town last night, as rare summer sightings of ...

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Will the Northern Lights be visible in the UK tonight? (Metro)

The Northern Lights and Perseid meteor shower made a stunning display last night over the UK. But can I see the aurora borealis tonight?

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Image courtesy of "Bradford Telegraph and Argus"

Northern Lights captured by T&A Camera Club members (Bradford Telegraph and Argus)

The Met Office first alerted people that the fascinating phenomenon - also known as the aurora borealis - may be visible in parts of the UK at the weekend.

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Image courtesy of "BBC News"

Northern Lights and Perseid meteors light up Wales' night sky (BBC News)

Stargazers in Wales who stayed out late to catch a glimpse of the Perseid meteor shower were also treated to a Northern Lights display overnight.

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Northern lights dazzle skies over West of England (BBC News)

Skies above Cirencester and the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire turned purple on Monday evening and the sight was also spotted above Bristol and in Somerset.

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Northern Lights and Perseid meteor shower put on dazzling display (The Independent)

People across the country were able to catch a glimpse of nature showing off on Monday night.

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Spectacular photos of Northern Lights across Tayside and Fife (The Courier)

The Northern Lights have put on a spectacular display across Tayside and Fife. Many locals captured amazing photos of the Aurora Borealis on Monday night and ...

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Northern lights UK: Stunning display right across the country (BBC News)

After a strong geomagnetic storm, the aurora borealis was captured as far south as Cornwall.

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Stunning display as Northern Lights and Perseid meteor shower ... (ITV News)

A powerful geomagnetic storm meant the aurora borealis were visible as far south as Cornwall. | ITV News West Country.

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Image courtesy of "The Independent"

Northern Lights and Perseid meteor shower put on dazzling display (The Independent)

People across the country were able to catch a glimpse of nature showing off on Monday night.

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Image courtesy of "Kidderminster Shuttle"

PHOTOS: Delight as Northern Lights seen in Wyre Forest (Kidderminster Shuttle)

WYRE Forest residents were treated to a rare sight this week as the Northern Lights were visible in some areas. Also known as the aurora borealis, ...

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Northern Lights to be visible in UK this week - see when (Whitehaven News)

There's lots to see in the skies in 2024! Keep your eyes peeled for meteor showers, giant moons, and even the odd eclipse. Scroll or swipe through to find out ...

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Northern Lights and Perseid meteor shower put on dazzling display (The Independent)

People across the country were able to catch a glimpse of nature showing off on Monday night.

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Northern Lights: Aurora borealis photographed in Salisbury (Salisbury Journal)

The Northern lights have been photographed over Salisbury and the New Forest during the Perseids Meteor Shower.

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Image courtesy of "Largs and Millport Weekly News"

Northern Lights to be visible in UK this week - see when (Largs and Millport Weekly News)

Stargazers across the country have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, several times already in 2024 ...

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Image courtesy of "The Independent"

Northern Lights and Perseid meteor shower put on dazzling display (The Independent)

Also known as the aurora borealis, the Northern Lights put on a stunning show across the UK on Monday night – with more expected on Tuesday evening with ...

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Image courtesy of "BBC News"

Northern lights dazzle skies over West of England (BBC News)

Skies above Cirencester and the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire turned purple on Monday evening and the sight was also spotted above Bristol and in Somerset.

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