The northern lights — also called aurora borealis — could be visible in Alaska, Washington, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, Maine, northern parts of Idaho, Wyoming, Iowa, New York, Vermont and New Hampshire.

A select range of states are expected to catch a glimpse of the vibrant hues in the sky. According to NOAA's view line that indicates the southern extent of where the aurora might be seen in the Northern Hemisphere, rarer locations like New York may also get a view. Read on for where, where and how to watch the northern lights tonight!