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  • Solar Watch — August 07, 2026 | 06:00 UTC

    ☀ Helios Solar Watch · 2026-08-07 04:00 UTC
    QUIET

    Geomagnetic activity is currently at very low levels with no significant storm activity detected. While the solar environment remains quiet, F10.7 flux remains elevated, indicating a high level of underlying solar cycle activity.

    HMI Continuum Intensity

    Visible light · 4 active regions

    SUVI 304 — Extreme UV

    Extreme UV · 304 Å

    Kp Index
    0.3
    5 or above = storm

    Geomagnetic
    G0
    24 h max: G0

    X-Ray
    A/B
    quiet


    ⚠ Kp 4 expected · 4 more below
    Next 24 h

    Conditions are expected to remain quiet over the next 24 hours, with Kp levels peaking no higher than 2.67. No significant geomagnetic or radiation storms are anticipated during this period.

    🌌 Aurora

    Aurora activity is expected to be minimal.

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    Observers at mid-latitudes (40-60°N) should not expect to see auroral displays under current conditions.

    👁 Watch for

    Monitor AR4503 as it rotates further into view; its magnetic complexity may influence potential flare activity over the next 24 hours.

    ▸ Detailed readings

    Radio blackout
     R0
    (24 h max R0)
    Radiation
     S0
    (24 h max S0)
    F10.7
     176.0
    sfu

    Region Location Class Flares C/M/X
    AR4498 N14W56 Hsx/A 0/0/0
    AR4500 N19W53 Hrx/A 0/0/0
    AR4503 S17E41 Dro/B 0/0/0
    AR4502 S07W53 Dao/B 1/0/0
    NOAA messages
    2026-08-04 08:10  Kp 4 expected (WARK04)
    2026-08-03 02:53  Kp 5 (G1) expected (WARK05)
    2026-08-02 18:01  Kp 6 (G2) reached (ALTK06)
    2026-08-02 17:48  Kp 6 (G2) expected (WARK06)
    2026-08-02 17:12  Kp 5 (G1) reached (ALTK05)


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