☀ Helios Solar Watch · 2026-10-29 05:00 UTC
QUIET
Solar activity is currently stable and quiet, with no significant geomagnetic disturbances or solar radiation events detected. The sun remains in a state of low-level activity, suitable for standard satellite operations and radio communications.
Visible light · 1 active region
Extreme UV · 304 Å
Kp Index
1.7
5 or above = storm
Geomagnetic
G0
24 h max: G0
X-Ray
A/B
quiet
⚠ Kp 20 possible · 3 more below
Next 24 h
Geomagnetic conditions are expected to remain quiet with Kp indices hovering between 1 and 2 over the next 24 hours. No significant solar wind enhancements or impulsive flare events are anticipated during this period.
🌌 Aurora
Aurora activity is currently restricted to high polar latitudes.
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There is no expectation of mid-latitude visibility for the next 24 hours.
👁 Watch for
Monitor the development of new active regions on the solar limb, as any increase in region complexity could elevate flare probabilities.
▸ Detailed readings
Radio blackout
R0
(24 h max R0)
R0
(24 h max R0)
Radiation
S0
(24 h max S0)
S0
(24 h max S0)
F10.7
96.0
sfu
96.0
sfu
| Region | Location | Class | Flares C/M/X |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR4563 | S19W84 | Bxo/B | 0/0/0 |
NOAA messages
2026-10-28 16:38 Kp 20 possible (WATA20)
2026-10-28 09:23 Electron flux F3 reached (ALTEF3)
2026-10-23 19:55 Kp 4 reached (ALTK04)
2026-10-23 19:27 Kp 4 expected (WARK04)
Helios Observer · Data: NOAA SWPC · updated every 12 h