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THE stunning natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights could be seen in Scottish skies tonight - if the weather remains as stable as the Met Office has predicted.

The clear spells predicted by the weather centre mean that conditions for viewing the Aurora Borealis would be almost perfect.

Last month, Scots were treated to the amazing sight of both the Geminids meteor shower and the supermoon - ensuring our typically dark winter skies were treated to a spectacular light show.

What causes the Northern Lights?

A glowing Northern Lights display occurs when geomagnetic activity is at a high level. With a moderate geomagnetic storm expected to take place this week, this increases the chances of the incredible lights flooding the skies.

(Image: SWNS)

Different gas molecules and storm particles collide to great the stunning displays of light, with different gases causing the light to take on a different colour.

For instance, nitrate will give off a blue hue while oxygen gives off a green light.

Back in March stargazers could watch the aurora borealis across the UK.

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Top 5 spots to watch the Northern Lights

Unsurprisingly the best places to view the Northern Lights are away from large areas of light, so keen stargazers should head out of the city.

Some locations are better than others, so we've picked our favourite 'Dark Sky' spots to sit back, relax and enjoy.

1. Galloway Forest Park

The very first national park in the UK to be honoured with Dark Sky Park status, at 300 square miles, it's also the largest forest park in Scotland.

Stargazers have seen shooting stars, the Andromeda Galazxy and Aurora Borealis from the Dumfries and Galloway spot.

(Image: Reuters)

2. Moffat

Moffat in Dumfries and Galloway is Europe's first Dark Sky Town, having adopted special street lighting to keep light pollution to a minimum to preserve visibility of the starry skies.

3. Glencanisp Estate

The picturesque Glencanisp Estate near Lochinver is another spot lauded for the quality of its dark skies.

The Milky Way is visible with the naked eye from here.

4. Castlehill Heritage Centre

Wherever you are in Caithness, you’re never far from an area with no light pollution but this Castletown spot is perfect.

Castlehill Heritage Centre is also the most northernly 'Dark Sky' spot in Scotland to stargaze.

(Image: PAUL CHAPPELLS DAILY RECORD)

5. Isle of Skye

There are a whopping nine locations on Skye officially dubbed 'Dark Sky' locations, aka perfect spots for stargazing.

From Trumpan Car Park and Knockbreck Primary School, which both boast 360° views, to the stunning Kinloch Forest, you won't find struggle to find a spot to watch the Northern Lights here.

Check out more amazing Northern Lights clip below.