Northern Lights seen across much of the UK

The Northern Lights were visible across much of the UK, reaching as far south as Kent, Hampshire and Devon.

People saw the Northern Lights across much of the UK. They reached Kent, Hampshire and Devon.

The Met Office said the lights may return on Sunday and Monday night.

Greg Dewhurst said Sunday may be weaker. People may see it in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.

He said Monday may be stronger. People may see it farther south, in central areas.

Long-exposure photos may show lights farther south. People may not see them there.

The Sun sends charged particles. The particles meet gases high above Earth. This makes the lights.

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