Where can you see the Northern Lights on New Year's Eve?
People in some parts of the UK may have a chance to see the Northern Lights on New Year's Eve, the Met Office said.
This will come as a treat for thousands of Brits who are gearing up to watch the fireworks as the country welcomes in 2025.
Meanwhile, New Year's Eve events across the UK have been cancelled as the country prepares for heavy wind and rain.
So where can you spot them tonight?
Where can you see the Northern Lights tonight?
People in the east of Scotland, north-east England and Northern Ireland, could be treated to sightings of the natural phenomenon tonight.
However, a Met Office spokesperson said some areas of Scotland could have the “best chances” at seeing the Northern Lights.
"Although the solar conditions are set fair to see the northern lights, unfortunately the meteorological conditions are not that helpful," he said.
“Scotland should provide the best chances but with unsettled conditions dominating it will be hard to get a guaranteed view.
“Perhaps the best areas may be those along the eastern coast of Scotland.”
What is the optimal time to see the lights?
The best chance to see the Northern Lights is between 6pm and 9pm on Tuesday, as a brief spell of clear skies may break through the clouds, which could otherwise obstruct the view.
Some areas may see the Northern Lights only briefly, as the Met Office has issued an amber rain warning for the Highlands and Moray until 5pm, along with a yellow warning for rain and snow in parts of northern and western Scotland.
Top viewing tips
ITV News meteorologist and weather presenter Chris Page has provided some tips for spotting the lights, known as Aurora Borealis:
Look to the northern horizon: The aurora is drawn towards the polar regions of the Earth. As a result you might not be able to see it directly overhead, but as it happens so high in sky look towards the northern horizon where it's likely to be dancing.
You can see it with the naked eye but cameras tend to capture it better. This is because cameras can adapt to different wave lengths better than our eyes. Give yourself time to adjust, at least 10 minutes.
Find dark, open spaces: Seek out locations away from city lights and other sources of light pollution. Open fields, parks, or remote areas with unobstructed views of the northern horizon are ideal for aurora watching.
Be patient and persistent: Seeing the aurora requires patience and persistence, as it can be unpredictable and may not appear every night, even during periods of high activity. Stay flexible with your plans and be prepared to wait for hours if necessary.
Use long exposures for photography: If you're interested in photographing the aurora, use a camera with manual settings and a tripod to capture long exposures. Experiment with different exposure times and ISO settings to achieve the best results.
What's the science behind the Northern Lights?
Charged particles from the sun, primarily electrons and protons, collide with gases in the Earth's atmosphere, typically oxygen and nitrogen.
These collisions emit light at various wavelengths, creating vibrant displays of colour in the sky, often appearing as curtains, arcs, or bands of light.
The colours are determined by the type of gas particles involved and the altitude at which the collisions occur.
Greens appear due to interactions with oxygen, red is from oxygen in the upper atmosphere while blues and purples are due to the interaction of nitrogen.
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