Residents in some parts of Massachusetts may be able to see the northern lights on Tuesday night, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

A viewing line for the aurora will span the state on Tuesday night, beginning in the southwesternmost point of the state and reaching the northeasternmost point.

However, visibility of the northern lights will depend on how clear the skies are. The Springfield area will have roughly 62% cloud coverage, while the Boston area will have 15%, according to The Boston Globe.

Tuesday’s northern lights are a result of the sun launching two solar flares in the Earth’s direction on Sunday and Monday, according to the Globe.

Visibility may also be determined by timing. If skies clear when the lights peak Tuesday night, residents across the northern half of the state may see the aurora.

The best time to view the aurora is typically when the sky is darkest, which should be from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m., according to the Globe.

To maximize your chances of seeing the lights, get as far away from light pollution as possible and go to higher ground. If they are not visible to the naked eye, try viewing through your cellphone camera. The camera can detect wavelengths you might not usually see.