The Sun remains in a relatively quiet state with minimal flare activity. Geomagnetic conditions are currently calm, though a brief period of unsettled activity is anticipated through the next 24 hours.
⚠ Kp 4 expected · 4 more below
Geomagnetic activity is expected to rise slightly, peaking near a Kp-index of 3.67 during the evening of October 14th. Conditions should return to a quieter state by the early hours of October 15th as the minor disturbance passes.
Aurora visibility is not expected at mid-latitudes.
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Observers in high-latitude regions, such as northern Canada or Scandinavia, may see limited activity given the unsettled forecast, but general displays are unlikely.
Monitor AR4551 and AR4557 for any sudden increases in magnetic complexity, as these regions currently hold the highest potential for minor solar flares.
▸ Detailed readings
R0
(24 h max R0)
S0
(24 h max S0)
103.0
sfu
| Region | Location | Class | Flares C/M/X |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR4558 | S08W34 | Axx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4555 | S07W43 | Bxo/B | 0/0/0 |
| AR4551 | S15E07 | Eki/BGD | 2/0/0 |
| AR4556 | N03E45 | Bxo/B | 0/0/0 |
| AR4548 | S13W79 | Hsx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4554 | N07E33 | Axx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4557 | N07E43 | Cro/B | 0/0/0 |
| AR4553 | N06E20 | Axx/A | 0/0/0 |
Helios Observer · Data: NOAA SWPC · updated every 12 h