A northern lights map shows any state caught in the red view line could see the aurora over the next two nights.

While the current active solar cycle is in full force, measured as an 11-year period, the sun continues to unleash strong solar flares, adding to the possibility of another spectacular northern lights display again this weekend with the farthest south view line forecasted for Friday, Oct. 18.

Here’s what you need to know about your chances of seeing the lights in Wisconsin over the next few days: Parts of the northern U.S. — including Wisconsin — will have a chance to see the northern lights Thursday and Friday night,