Photos: Northern Lights Visible in Many Parts of France
Chances of seeing the aurora borealis tonight (November 12-13) are elevated. The Northern Lights appeared across France during the night of November 11-12, with many sharing photos and videos of the colorful skies on social media.
A burst of solar flares caused pink and purple hues to be visible in several northern regions, especially in Normandy and Brittany, as well as further east in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. The activity peaked between 03:00 and 05:00 this morning.
Though the Northern Lights are usually easier to spot in areas with low light pollution, reports came from major cities like Paris and even as far south as Nice.
The colors seen in France tend to be warmer due to the country's lower altitude, contrasting with the green and blue shades typically observed closer to the Arctic Circle.
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The regional weather service also indicated that the chances of seeing the aurora borealis again tonight could be even higher, with peak activity expected from 16:00 until 02:00.
Last Night’s Display
People across France shared numerous striking images from the aurora display. Earlier this year, in April, the Northern Lights also lit up the skies over northern France, particularly Normandy and Brittany.
Summary: A powerful solar flare caused vibrant Northern Lights to appear across France on November 11-12, with increased visibility expected again tonight, including in urban areas like Paris and Nice.
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