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  • Solar Watch — May 23, 2026 | 18:00 UTC

    ☀ HELIOS SOLAR WATCH · 2026-05-23 16:00 UTC
    Solar activity remains low with quiet geomagnetic conditions
    SOLAR: QUIET
    GEO: QUIET

    Active Regions
    5
    X-Ray
    A/B (quiet)

    Current solar conditions are quiet with no significant geomagnetic activity detected. While multiple active regions are present, flare production remains subdued.

    HMI Continuum Intensity

    HMI Continuum · Visible Light

    SUVI 304 — Extreme UV

    SUVI 304Å · Extreme Ultraviolet

    R0
    Radio Blackouts
    24h max: R0

    S0
    Solar Radiation
    24h max: S0

    G0
    Geomagnetic Storm
    24h max: G0

    Planetary Kp-Index
    0.7
    0–9 scale · ≥5 = geomagnetic storm

    F10.7 Solar Flux
    98.0
    sfu · >150 = high activity

    The planetary K-index is currently at 0.7, reflecting a stable and quiet magnetosphere. Solar flux (F10.7) sits at 98.0 sfu, indicating low levels of solar activity. Despite having eight active regions on the disk, the X-ray background remains at A/B levels, with no significant eruptions observed in the last 12 hours.

    Key Metric

    The X-class flare probability of 35% is the most important metric, as it highlights a latent risk for significant activity despite currently quiet conditions.

    Geomagnetic conditions are expected to remain at quiet levels, with Kp values unlikely to exceed 2.33. No significant solar disturbances are anticipated, ensuring stable operations for satellite and radio communications.

    🌌 Aurora Outlook

    Aurora activity is currently restricted to high latitudes. Observers at mid-latitudes (40-60°N) should not expect any visible auroral displays in the next 24 hours.

    Region Location Class Flares C/M/X
    AR4443 S17W18 Dao/B 0/0/0
    AR4445 N07E48 Hsx/A 0/0/0
    AR4444 S19E38 Dso/B 0/0/0
    AR4439 N06W30 Hsx/A 0/0/0
    AR4441 N08W71 Eki/BG 0/0/0
    2026-05-23 06:31:56.850Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-05-22 05:07:16.083Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-05-21 05:09:08.390Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-05-20 10:06:55.493Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-05-19 23:56:50.663Space Weather Message Code: WARK04

    Monitor active region AR4441 for signs of magnetic complexity development, as it maintains the highest potential for impulsive activity.