Minor-to-moderate geomagnetic storms are expected to last until Thursday, potentially producing vibrant northern lights displays.

For those in the northern states, the aurora borealis, or northern lights, are likely to appear this week, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center.

Residents from Alaska to Maine are in with a chance of witnessing the aurora borealis tonight, according to a forecast from the Space Weather Prediction Center.