The Aurora Borealis stunned the nation last year, with dazzling light displays being visible as far south as Dorset, Essex, Cambridgeshire and Berkshire. In short Aurora Borealis sightings have increased in recent years and the explanation is well known in the science community, according to the Met Office. The Royal Museums Greenwich said: “The aurora borealis can be seen in the northern hemisphere, while the aurora australis is found in the southern hemisphere. “While the best places to see the aurora are concentrated around the polar regions, the aurora borealis can sometimes be seen in the UK. Dark and clear nights, preferably with little light pollution, offer the best chance of seeing the aurora.”What causes the Northern Lights?

Source: The Times July 01, 2025 08:57 UTC