Summary
The Northern Lights, also called the Aurora Borealis, were visible across the UK on Monday evening. This natural light display, usually seen near the Arctic Circle, occurs when solar particles collide with Earth's atmosphere, creating colorful lights in the sky.
Key Facts
- The Northern Lights were seen in the UK on Monday evening.
- This light show is also known as the Aurora Borealis.
- The phenomenon happens when particles from solar eruptions hit Earth's atmosphere.
- It usually appears near the Arctic Circle, but can be seen elsewhere during high solar activity.
- The lights display colors like green and pink in the sky.
