A possible Northern Lights display could help bring in the new year for parts of the north on Tuesday night.
According to the Met Office, a strong geomagnetic storm caused by a coronal mass ejection from the sun means the aurora could be visible under the right conditions.
As always, this is dependent on cloud coverage and levels of light pollution.
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While not typically visible in Ireland at this time of year, here’s what you need to know if you’re hoping to spot them.
What time will the Northern Lights be on display?
According to the latest forecast from the Met Office, the aurora could be visible from after 6pm.
However, the strongest chances of seeing the phenomenon will occur between 9pm and 3am.
Those lucky enough to have a clear sky could potentially spot the aurora as the clocks strike midnight.
Where will be the best place to watch from?
The current Met Office forecast indicates that most of Ireland will be covered in cloud overnight.
However, there does appear to be some breaks in the clouds across parts of counties Donegal, Derry and along the north coast from around 11pm onwards.
In the east, there could also be some patches of clear sky between 2am and 3am.
The aurora is best to view from areas with low light pollution.
What will the weather be like?
A yellow warning for wind is in place until 2pm on Thursday, with conditions expected to be gusty thereafter.
There could also be showers in places as the evening progresses and while the snow warning has been removed, temperatures will drop overnight.
Conditions may not be the most favourable to those considering staying out to spot the night-sky phenomenon.
