A geomagnetic storm caused by a coronal mass ejection is expected to make the northern lights visible over a large portion of the northern United States, with possible interference to technology on Earth.

A large chunk of northern U.S. states could get a glimpse at the northern lights on Thursday night, according to a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast, which predicts a strong showing of the natural phenomenon amid a potentially severe geomagnetic storm.

If you're wondering how best to see the Northern Lights, here's what you need to know to get the best out of the show.