☀ Helios Solar Watch · 2026-10-29 17:00 UTC
QUIET
Solar activity is currently minimal with the Earth experiencing quiet geomagnetic conditions. No significant flares or solar storms are expected in the next 24 hours.
Visible light · 1 active region
Extreme UV · 304 Å
Kp Index
0.3
5 or above = storm
Geomagnetic
G0
24 h max: G0
X-Ray
A/B
quiet
⚠ Electron flux F3 reached · 3 more below
Next 24 h
Conditions are expected to remain quiet through the next 24-hour cycle. We anticipate a slight rise in geomagnetic activity to Kp 2.3 by late tonight, but this will remain well below any storm threshold.
🌌 Aurora
Aurora activity will be restricted to high polar latitudes.
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There is no expectation of visibility for mid-latitude observers at this time.
👁 Watch for
Monitor the evolution of active region AR4563 as it rotates toward the solar limb to ensure no unexpected flare development occurs.
▸ 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 | S18W83 | Bxo/B | 0/0/0 |
NOAA messages
2026-10-29 16:14 Electron flux F3 reached (ALTEF3)
2026-10-28 16:38 Kp 20 possible (WATA20)
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