The visibility of the northern lights depends on geomagnetic activity and location. Higher-latitude areas, including Alaska, Canada, and northern-tier U.S. states, are most likely to experience the aurora borealis. Light pollution and cloudy skies could hinder viewing conditions, so rural areas with clear skies are recommended. While geomagnetic activity is expected to reach 'active levels,' it is not forecasted to become severe. Stargazers should prepare for intermittent bursts of auroral activity during the darkest hours, particularly before dawn. Venus and Jupiter will be visible across much of the Northern Hemisphere, offering a striking planetary display.