When can you see the northern lights in Scotland?

The frequency of seeing the Northern Lights in Scotland varies. In the northern regions and remote areas with dark skies, such as the Isle of Skye or Shetland Islands, sightings can occur several times a month during the peak aurora seasons (September to March).



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When are you most likely to see the northern lights in Scotland? The auroras are most likely to be seen in Scotland during the Equinox and Solstice with the best times being in March - April and September - October, and for best chances you want to avoid any times where there is going to be a full moon.

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The frequency of seeing the Northern Lights in Scotland varies. In the northern regions and remote areas with dark skies, such as the Isle of Skye or Shetland Islands, sightings can occur several times a month during the peak aurora seasons (September to March).

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The ideal situation to see the Northern Lights is a clear, dark night in an area free of light pollution – this means far away from big cities. That being said, Aurora Borealis have been spotted from time to time in Scottish cities like Inverness and Edinburgh.

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