Intense solar activity means the aurora borealis could be visible in the skies above Ireland tonight
Irish stargazers could be in for some beautiful light displays tonight with the Northern Lights potentially making an appearance.
Some of the particles are captured by the Earth's magnetic field and collide with oxygen and nitrogen atoms and molecules in the atmosphere. These atoms and molecules then shed the energy they gained from the collision, emitting light at various wavelengths to create colourful displays in the night sky.
And now, weather experts say people in the northern parts of the country have the best chance of seeing the display on Sunday night, with further sightings possible on Monday and Tuesday.
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