The Northern Lights could put on a show visible from Northern Ireland this weekend with recent solar flares creating the potential for a “breathtaking” display. The display, also known as aurora borealis, is most likely to be visible in Northern Ireland as well as Scotland and northern England.

In May, night-sky watchers right across Northern Ireland were treated to views of the phenomenon. But will they be on show as clearly tonight? Where can I see the Northern Lights

A spate of solar activity means that the northern lights may be visible as far south as Oregon, Nebraska and Pennsylvania this weekend.