Space forecast is predicting solar flares and coronal mass ejections meaning there could be a display later
The Met Office has said that an unusual astral event could see a serious display of the northern lights. Those watching the skies this evening and tomorrow could be in for a treat as the nation’s forecaster has said there is the possibility Earth may connect with a coronal hole fast wind.
When activity is strong, this expands to cover a greater area – which explains why displays can be occasionally seen as far south as the UK. Northern lights are caused by a phenomenon called coronal mass ejections that erupt from an active sun spot. Combined with solar flares, they can create solar storms that interact with Earth’s magnetic field or magnetosphere.
It adds that in terms of solar activity it’s expected to be moderate or high, with flares potentially strong. A coronal mass ejection which happened on Oct 31, could give a ‘glancing blow’ to the Earth today meaning northern lights.
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