Parts of the northern U.S. could have an opportunity to see the northern lights on Wednesday night, with additional chances likely through the end of the week, according to a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast. (See updated forecast for Thursday night.)

The results of a massive solar flare from earlier this week could create more amazing light shows for people in the northern parts of the US.

The Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis, are created when charged particles from the sun interact with Earth's atmosphere. These charged particles are called "solar win

Geomagnetic storm conditions are expected on Saturday night, likely pulling the northern lights further south below the Canadian border, according to a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast. (Here’s an updated forecast for Sunday night.)

The holidays are lighting up already. Space weather forecasts have suggested that several states, including parts of New York, may get yet another rare opportunity to view the aurora borealis early this week.