In case you haven’t heard, the aurora borealis was visible in parts of Colorado last night – as far south as Colorado Springs.

Here are a few stunning photos that were captured around the state:

Coloradans may have more chances to see the Northern Lights in the coming months as forecasters are calling for increased solar activity this year.

According to Almanac.com, the sun could be getting more active as it settles into a new solar cycle, which occurs around every 11 years.

“When one 11-year solar cycle transitions to another, it starts quietly with low solar activity (called “solar minimum”). Then the Sun’s activity builds up to the cycle’s peak (called “solar maximum) when its magnetic field reverses. Finally, the Sun settles back down to a minimum before another cycle begins,” the website says.

The current cycle is outperforming its NOAA forecasts and is expected to peak in 2025, according to the website.

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