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Northern lights visible over Uppsala, Sweden

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  • Northern lights were visible over Uppsala on March 22, 2026.
  • The phenomenon was also reported in Östergötland and other parts of Sweden.
  • 2026 is reportedly a good year for northern lights due to high solar activity and clear skies.

Northern lights were seen over Uppsala on the evening of March 22, 2026, according to a report from Uppsala Nya Tidning. The phenomenon was also reportedly observed in other parts of Sweden, including Östergötland, during the weekend. According to Norrköpings Tidningar, 2026 is said to be a particularly good year for northern lights, with high solar activity and clear skies increasing visibility.

However, meteorologist Marie Staerk from SMHI reportedly indicated that it might become harder to see the northern lights in the coming days.

2026 is said to be a particularly good year for northern lights, with high solar activity and clear skies increasing visibility.

It might become harder to see the northern lights in the coming days.

Marie Staerk, meteorologist from SMHI

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