Northern Lights Visible Over the Netherlands
The Northern Lights put on an impressive display in the Netherlands last night, with many sharing photos of green and red ribbons across the night sky. They are expected to be visible again tonight, weather permitting.
Weather Outlook for Tonight
According to Weeronline, the best chance for clear skies is in the east and southeast of the country. Some clouds are expected to move in, but there will also be clear periods allowing for visibility of the lights.
Cause of the Phenomenon
The Northern Lights occur due to solar flares, many of which have recently been directed toward Earth. This activity caused a heavy geomagnetic storm (G4/KP8), which painted the sky red during last night’s display.
Eyewitness Reports
“Weergaloze verrassing afgelopen nacht! Er verscheen intens #noorderlicht boven Nederland: deze foto kon ik rond 03.10 uur maken vlakbij Nijmegen. Oorzaak was een plotseling zware geomagnetische storm (G4/KP8), waardoor de lucht rood kleurde. Vanavond mogelijk nieuwe kansen!”
“Noorderlicht te zien boven Nijmegen.”
“Voor wie vanmorgen vroeg uit de veren was, had de natuur een kleurrijke verrassing. Op verschillende plekken boven Nederland was namelijk het noorderlicht te zien, duidelijk en met het blote oog. Ook boven Ede was…”
Summary
The Northern Lights have recently dazzled observers in the Netherlands due to solar activity, and tonight offers another chance to witness this natural spectacle, especially in the east and southeast if clouds stay away.