Clear skies and solar activity boost chances of seeing the Northern Lights over Moray, according to the Met Office

THE Northern Lights may make an appearance over Moray tonight.

The Met Office has said there is a high chance of visible aurora on Monday evening.

Taking to Twitter, it said: “If you’re in northern Scotland keep your eyes on the skies this evening. There’s a good chance you’ll be able to see a display of the aurora.”

It also shared a short video forecast detailing the probability of seeing the Northern Lights at various times this evening.

At the forecast’s peak there’s a better than 50 per cent chance of seeing it anywhere to the north of Fort William. The probability rises to 100 per cent above Shetland.

.

Do you want to respond to this article? If so, click here to submit your thoughts and they may be published in print.