The geomagnetic field is experiencing G1 (Minor) storm conditions with a Kp-index of 5.3. While activity is elevated, the solar disk remains relatively quiet regarding X-ray flare production.
⚠ Kp 6 (G2) expected · 4 more below
Expect a brief period of unsettled conditions as the current disturbance wanes over the next few hours.
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The Kp-index is forecast to drop to 2.0 by 18:00 UTC before settling into a low-level active state near Kp 3 for the remainder of the 24-hour window.
Minor aurora displays are possible at high latitudes during the current G1 storm, though visibility will likely decrease rapidly as the storm subsides.
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Mid-latitude observers are unlikely to see significant activity.
Monitor the geomagnetic field for any unexpected sustained drops in the Bz component of the Interplanetary Magnetic Field, which could prolong the current storm conditions.
▸ Detailed readings
R0
(24 h max R0)
S0
(24 h max S0)
187.0
sfu
| Region | Location | Class | Flares C/M/X |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR4498 | N14W83 | Hax/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4504 | S18E31 | Bxo/G | 0/0/0 |
| AR4500 | N19W80 | Axx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4503 | S16E10 | Axx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4502 | S07W80 | Bxo/B | 0/0/0 |
Helios Observer · Data: NOAA SWPC · updated every 12 h