Aurora borealis is best seen between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, according to NOAA, which recommends traveling to a high vantage point away from light pollution. The northern lights could be seen as far as 620 miles away if conditions are optimal.

The Valentine's Day northern lights will largely be visible in Canada and Alaska, but a few northern-most states may see the dazzling display, too.