Northern lights may be visible over parts of Massachusetts tonight. See map of where

If you missed seeing the northern lights last night, parts of Massachusetts, including Central Mass., have a chance to see them again tonight.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center prediction map is showing that the northern, central and western regions of the state are in the potential view line, meaning there is a chance of seeing the aurora borealis tonight.

The sun is currently at solar maximum, according to NASA, the peak of activity in its natural cycle, which is creating more opportunities to see the northern lights.

Here’s what to know.

Can the northern lights be seen tonight?

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) aurora forecast, the northern lights may be viewable in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and even Massachusetts tonight.

When is the best time to see the northern lights?

The northern lights are typically most visible between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. according to NOAA.

How to see the northern lights

As always, dark skies make for better stargazing.

“We typically suggest getting away from cities and find a open field or hilltop to lay out under the stars and wait for the show to really peak at the late evening or early morning hours,” Massachusetts Institute of Technology Technical Instructor and Observatory Manager Tim Brothers said in a past interview with Wicked Local.

He continued, “In New England, heading for a local conservation area or park that keeps lighting off at night is ideal. Another option is a coastline away from the larger cities — the benefit being that the constellation where you will see most of the ‘shooting stars.'”

Places to check for northern lights forecast

If you want a chance at seeing the Northern Lights, here are some websites you can monitor the sun’s activity:

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