The Aurora Borealis, visible in parts of the UK like Dorset and Essex, has seen increased sightings due to heightened solar activity associated with the solar cycle. According to Krista Hammond from the Met Office, as the sun approaches its solar maximum around July, more charged particles will reach Earth, enhancing auroras. This trend may allow for more frequent sightings across the UK, even as far south as Cornwall and Brighton, though optimal conditions are still required for visibility.
Aurora Borealis sightings across the UK have increased due to heightened solar activity, expected to culminate in more frequent displays as we approach solar maximum.
The sun's 11-year solar cycle affects the number of visible sunspots, influencing the occurrence of auroras, with the next maximum expected in July.
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