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  • Solar Watch — July 07, 2026 | 18:00 UTC

    Solar Flare Activity — Last 12 Hours
    Peak: M-class @ 14:19 UTC (1h 41min ago)
      M @ 14:18 UTC

    ☀ HELIOS SOLAR WATCH · 2026-07-07 16:00 UTC
    Solar activity remains quiet; monitoring active region AR4482 for potential flares
    SOLAR: QUIET
    GEO: QUIET

    Active Regions
    3
    X-Ray
    A/B (quiet)

    Geomagnetic conditions are currently quiet with a Kp-index of 1.0. While solar activity is generally low, a recent M-class flare suggests the potential for continued impulsive eruptions.

    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
    1.0
    0–9 scale · ≥5 = geomagnetic storm

    F10.7 Solar Flux
    142.0
    sfu · >150 = high activity

    The Earth’s magnetic field is stable, with no current geomagnetic storming. The F10.7 solar flux is at a moderate 142.0 sfu, supported by seven active regions on the solar disk. AR4482 stands out with a complex ‘Eki/BG’ magnetic configuration, warranting close observation.

    Key Metric

    The M-class flare probability of 55% is the most important metric, as it indicates a sustained risk of sudden radio communication interference on the sunlit side of Earth.

    Geomagnetic activity is expected to remain low, with Kp levels hovering around 1.33 for the next 24 hours. The probability of M-class flares remains elevated at 55%, though no significant proton events are anticipated.

    🌌 Aurora Outlook

    Aurora visibility is restricted to high-latitude regions. Observers at mid-latitudes should not expect significant auroral displays under current conditions.

    Region Location Class Flares C/M/X
    AR4485 N11W13 Bxo/B 0/0/0
    AR4481 N14E07 Bxo/B 0/0/0
    AR4482 S09E42 Eki/BG 0/0/0
    2026-07-07 14:56:18.523Space Weather Message Code: ALTTP4
    2026-07-07 14:43:50.050Space Weather Message Code: ALTTP2
    2026-07-07 05:07:12.617Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-07-07 05:06:59.600Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-07-07 05:03:30.530Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3

    Monitor the evolution of AR4482, as its complex magnetic structure is the most likely candidate for further M-class solar flares.