Achi news desk-
Forecasters said the UK recorded its highest temperature of the year on Thursday, with a peak of 24.6C in St James’s Park in London, and that it will rise again across the UK.
Highs of 23C are expected in Scotland on Saturday, but there is also the potential for heavy rain.
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Met Office spokesman Stephen Dixon said the Friday night sky will offer an opportunity for the Northern Lights to be seen.
He said: “Although the shorter nights will limit the visibility window, there is a good chance of seeing the aurora, especially on Friday night and especially in Scotland, Ireland and parts of northern England and Wales.
“It could even be visible further south if you have the right equipment.
“Those conditions could continue on Saturday night but we still have to work out some details on exactly where that will be.”
Mr Dixon said the combination of clear skies and better activity from the sun reaching Earth would improve the chances of seeing the display.
With plenty of clear skies in the forecast, there is a good chance of seeing the Aurora across the northern half of the UK, and perhaps further south with long exposure photography 📷
However, as the nights are shorter, the duration of any look may be limited ✨ pic.twitter.com/bx1QQG9qF0
— Met Office Space (@MetOfficeSpace) May 10, 2024
On Saturday, the vast majority of the UK is expected to see dry and sunny weather with temperatures above average for the time of year, he said.
But the good weather is not expected to last.
Mr Dixon said: “There is change on the way. Sunday could be the warmest day, despite a more unsettled period.”
