You don’t need to head over to Iceland to witness the natural phenomena of the Aurora Borealis, which was seen as far south as Kent and Cornwall on in recent months.
The display is one of the best seen in a long time. You may think you need to head over to Iceland, Canada or Norway to see the Northern Lights, but you don’t.
The further north you are, the better – whether in the UK or elsewhere. But thankfully, you’ve still got a few hours to decide on your viewing point. The aurora is best observed in a dark place. So if you’re lucky enough to live in Yorkshire’s two Dark Sky Reserves in the Dales and the North York Moors you might have a better chance of seeing the lights.
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How to spot the Northern Lights…
Whilst there is a chance to see the Northern Lights tonight there is no guarantee. Cloudy conditions and light pollution can affect visibility.
What you need is dark skies and a clear night to really get the most incredible sighting. So, if you’re looking to get a great glimpse you need to head out of the city or head to higher ground to catch a glimpse.
If you’re wondering how to know when is best to see the Northern Lights – visit the AururaWatchUK which is run by the Department of Physics at Lancaster University and provides a real-time status tool.
If you use a camera with long exposure it allows in loads of light and enhances the colours more than the human eye can see.
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