Giant solar explosions to cause summer northern lights this week

Southern Norway can expect to see northern lights tomorrow night following a massive explosion on the sun.

Forecasters predict the Aurora Borealis will be visible in the whole of Norway, south of Trondheim on Tuesday night.

Summer Northern Lights

Normally, northern lights can only be seen in Northern Norway in winter time, but this week´s predicted display is not likely to be seen in the north because of the midnight sun.

But anywhere south of Trondheim all the way to Oslo is likely to be able to enjoy an out of season northern lights show.

Unstable Northern Lights Predictions

Scientists can not say with great certainty exactly when the northern lights will be visible, but they recommend checking the forecast regurarly, as well as the skies.

Check the northern lights forecast.

Giant Solar Explosions Cause Northern Lights

Researchers are able to predict northern lights based on solar activity, and yesterday there were two large explosions on the sun.

After many years in a lull, solar activity has started to pick up, meaning there is a likelyhood of more northern lights this winter.

Read more about what causes northern lights.

Plan and Book Your Own Northern Lights Holiday

If you want to experience the fantastic northern lights yourself, it is time to start planning your winter break to somewhere like Northern Norway.

Read our guide to Northern Lights Holidays and our Top Ten Tips for Seeing the Northern Lights.