Some of the photographs of the Northern Lights shared with the Boston Standard.

placeholder image — Some of the photographs of the Northern Lights shared with the Boston Standard.

GALLERY: The Northern Lights over the Boston area - your photos

By David Seymour

Published 13th May 2024, 10:09 GMT

Updated 13th May 2024, 17:52 GMT

It is a celestial light show that tends to stick to the Arctic Circle.

However, on Friday (May 10) night, a powerful solar storm meant the Northern Lights could be enjoyed in and around Boston.

Here is a selection of photographs shared with The Standard via email and our Facebook page ...

Julie Cheverall provided this picture, taken in Stickney.

5. Northern Lights over the Boston area

Julie Cheverall provided this picture, taken in Stickney. Photo: Contributor

Darren Trapps sent The Standard this picture, saying it was taken 'hanging out of the window' in Boston.

6. Northern Lights over the Boston area

Darren Trapps sent The Standard this picture, saying it was taken 'hanging out of the window' in Boston. Photo: Contributor

Matt Hubbert provided this photograph of him on his van in Freiston's Sea Lane.

7. Norther Lights over the Boston area

Matt Hubbert provided this photograph of him on his van in Freiston's Sea Lane. Photo: Contributor