Northern Germany may see aurora borealis due to solar storms

Geomagnetic storms are expected to reach Earth between August 27 and 29, potentially making the aurora borealis visible in northern Germany. According to forecasts from the US space weather agency NOAA, a G1-class storm is predicted for August 27, followed by moderate G2-class storms on August 28 and 29.

Meteorologist Dominik Jung notes that while G1 storms typically limit sightings to Scandinavia, a G2 storm could push the aurora belt far enough south to reach northern Germany. The best viewing locations are expected to be along the North Sea and Baltic Sea coasts, specifically in dark areas like beaches and dikes, looking toward the north between 10 PM and 2 AM.

Visibility may be limited by factors such as the full moon, cloud cover, and precipitation. Experts suggest that the phenomenon might be more easily captured with a professional camera than seen clearly with the naked eye. The increased activity follows a strong M6.9 solar flare on August 25, which sent coronal mass ejections toward Earth.