Tag: UK skywatching
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Chasing the 2026 Aurora: Why the Northern Lights Could Dazzle the UK
What makes 2026 special for the Northern Lights? The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are not a fixed show. They depend on solar activity—the Sun’s charged particles interacting with Earth’s magnetic field. In recent years, the Sun has entered a more active phase of its 11-year cycle, increasing the likelihood of spectacular auroral displays. 2026…
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Why 2026 Could Be a Dazzling Year for the Northern Lights
What makes 2026 special for the Northern Lights The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are a celestial display driven by complex interactions between the Sun and the Earth’s magnetic field. In 2026, scientists anticipate a spike in solar activity that could translate into more frequent and brighter auroral displays. For stargazers across the UK, that…
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Meteor streak over UK city lights up night sky: stargazers stunned
Stunning skywatching moment sparks wonder across the UK A bright meteor blazed across the night sky, captivating onlookers in London and beyond as darkness gave way to a spectacular blue-green streak. Reported sightings centered on West London’s Northfields and Ealing, with observers in Wimbledon and Hampstead Heath also noting the unusual display. Some witnesses even…