Fingers crossed but the Northern Lights could be visible across the Midlands tonight, according to experts.
AuroraWatch UK at Lancaster University has issued its second highest alert for sightings of the Aurora Borealis in the UK.
And experts say the colourful spectre could be visible as far south as the Midlands – as well as reaching Scotland, Northern Ireland and the north of England.
However, this all hangs on the level of cloud cover in the sky this evening (March 17).
According to the Met Office, due to the extensive cloud cover in eastern areas, the best chance of clear skies is to the west of high ground.
Areas such as the northern tip of Northern Ireland, the Western Isles and parts of North Wales probably stand the best chance of seeing the aurora.
A Met Office spokesperson said: "Areas such as the northern tip of Northern Ireland, the Western Isles and parts of North Wales probably stand the best chance of seeing the aurora.
"As the UK becomes dark tonight, there is an increased chance of the aurora being visible as far south as the Midlands."
"Anyone in the Midlands and further north tonight might have a chance of catching sight of the northern lights."
The UK is due to experience a near-total eclipse of the sun on Friday, March 20. It is due to begin in Coventry at 8.26am and peak at 9.31am.
What is the Aurora Borealis?
The Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, is a natural light display caused by charged particles colliding in the Earth's atmosphere and is seen above the magnetic poles of the northern and southern hemisphere.
What is the Northern Lights forecast for tonight?
It is not possible to accurately forecast when an aurora will be visible from a particular location, as they have stops and starts, known as sub-storms, so if you decide to keep a look out tonight, prepare to be patient.
You can monitor geomagnetic activity in real time on AuroraWatch UK, which lets you know when the phenomenon may be visible from the UK.
Current activity is looking promising: An amber alert was issued this afternoon, indicating that the aurora is likely to be visible from Scotland, northern England and Northern Ireland. The alert has now ended, but keep checking AuroraWatch UK for the most up-to-date information.
Where can I see them?
Auroras happen in the upper atmosphere and are best viewed in dark, clear skies, so if it is a cloudy night you're out of luck. On very rare occasions it may be possible to see exceedingly bright aurorae through thin clouds.
For your best chance of seeing them, head out of the city and away from light pollution.