Ireland: don’t miss the Northern Lights this week!

It will be possible to admire new aurora borealis from this Wednesday, November 8, 2023...

Gwen Rouviere
by Gwen Le Cointre
8 November 2023, 05:07
Ireland: don’t miss the Northern Lights this week!
Une aurore boréale en Irlande - © basiczto

Like every year, November is a great time to see the Northern Lights in Ireland! Already this weekend, the Irish skies were decked out in a remarkable light show, with the Northern Lights offering a ballet of colors in the darkness. And the phenomenon is set to repeat itself this week, from November 8: according to the experts, the sky is set to be decked out in new psychedelic colors! We’ll tell you everything you need to know so you don’t miss a thing!

The Northern Lights come to Ireland

One of the best times to observe the phenomenon!

According to Aurora Alerts Ireland, astronomy fans are in for a treat this week. Ireland will see the appearance of numerous aurora borealis all over the country. A phenomenon made possible by clear skies over the whole of Ireland.

The organization pointed out that the next big rendezvous for aurora hunters in Ireland looms on November 8, with the arrival of a stream of fast solar wind from a vast coronal hole, which could give rise to new manifestations of this celestial phenomenon.

So don’t hesitate to bundle up warmly tonight, pack a picnic and sit outside. The Irish skies could be full of colorful surprises!

Note that the further north you are on the island, the greater your chances of spotting one.

Choose areas far from light pollution: land in the heart of the countryside or in the Starry Sky Reserves: you’ll then have clear skies, perfect for observing the Irish aurora borealis!


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