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<\/p>\nThe Northern Lights were visible in parts of the UK overnight – and may be seen once again on Tuesday.<\/p>\n
The spectacular natural light display, known as the aurora borealis, was caused by a fast-moving coronal mass ejection (CME) that left the sun late on Saturday and was expected to reach Earth between late Monday and early Tuesday.<\/p>\n
It was expected to enhance geomagnetic activity, allowing the aurora to be seen further south than usual, particularly in dark and clear skies, the Met Office said.<\/p>\n
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On Monday night, stargazers reported sightings of the Northern Lights in northeast Scotland, northern England and the Midlands.<\/p>\n
Some even reported seeing the aurora as far south as Dorset.<\/p>\n
A Met Office spokesperson said: “With the arrival of this CME, the Met Office expects that at the peak of geomagnetic activity, there is a chance aurora may be visible across much of the UK.<\/p>\n
“Notably, these displays may be visible to the naked eye, without the need for photographic equipment, which is relatively rare for locations this far south in the UK.<\/p>\n
“The best chance of seeing the aurora remains in the north of the UK.<\/p>\n
“If under clear skies, visibility is still tricky, photography can help.”<\/p>\n
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Several factors impact visibility, with night time viewing conditions worsening throughout Tuesday and Wednesday.<\/p>\n
However, northern Scotland and northern England are likely to have the clearest skies, though they will still not have ideal viewing conditions.<\/p>\n
A waxing gibbous moon, which is between a half moon and a full moon, could also disrupt views of the aurora, particularly in areas with additional light pollution.<\/p>\n
Light pollution will play a significant role in whether the celestial phenomenon will be able to be seen further south or in urban areas.<\/p>\n