Six tips for spotting the Northern Lights

• Find somewhere dark, away from street lights and houses.
• Try and get somewhere high if possible to eliminate light pollution and give yourself the best possible view of the sky.

• While you should generally face north, when the geomagnetic activity is high be aware that the aurora may be south of you, so it is worth checking all directions.
• Check the local weather forecast for clear skies.

• You have the best chance of spotting the Northern Lights from 10pm to 2am, but you might catch a glimpse if it is still dark when you get up in the morning.
• Remember to wrap up warm if you are going out to watch the Northern Lights.

Source: Aurora Watch UK, Lancaster University

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