Colorful northern lights could return to Michigan skies Monday night: What to know

Dazzling lights are dancing across Michigan's night skies this week.

The colorful northern lights lit up across the state Sunday night and could be back Monday night. The lights show comes as the Perseid meteor shower is in its peak, with a chance to catch the auroras and a streaking meteor in the same night.

Here are some of the best photos of the aurora borealis taken in Michigan Sunday.

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When is the best time to see the northern lights?

The best time to view the northern lights is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Viewing chances will be in play for Michiganders again Monday night, as geomagnetic activity heats up, according to the National Weather Service in White Lake. Clear skies overnight could provide for a look at the northern lights, particularly in areas further from light pollution.

Can't see the northern lights? Use your phone

If you're having trouble seeing the northern lights with the naked eye, try using your phone camera in night mode and hold still while capturing the photo. You might be surprised at what's dancing in the sky.