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  • Solar Watch — May 12, 2026 | 18:00 UTC

    ☀ HELIOS SOLAR WATCH · 2026-05-12 16:00 UTC
    Solar activity remains stable with moderate flux and quiet geomagnetic conditions.
    SOLAR: MODERATE
    GEO: QUIET

    Active Regions
    4
    X-Ray
    A/B (quiet)

    The Sun remains in a stable state with low-level activity, presenting no significant space weather hazards to Earth. Geomagnetic conditions are currently quiet and are expected to remain within nominal ranges over the next 24 hours.

    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
    140.0
    sfu · >150 = high activity

    Current solar activity is characterized by a stable F10.7 flux of 140 sfu, indicating moderate levels of solar output. Flare activity is limited to minor C-class events, with no significant X-ray bursts or coronal mass ejections detected. The planetary K-index is currently at 1.0, reflecting a very calm geomagnetic environment.

    Key Metric

    The Kp index of 1.0 confirms a stable magnetosphere, ensuring optimal conditions for satellite operations and radio communications.

    We expect the geomagnetic field to remain largely quiet, with a slight, non-impacting rise in the K-index to approximately 3.67 as we move into the next 24 hours. No significant space weather events or disturbances are anticipated for orbital or terrestrial systems.

    🌌 Aurora Outlook

    Aurora visibility is restricted to high-latitude regions and will remain largely elusive for mid-latitude observers. Current conditions do not support auroral displays at latitudes below 60 degrees.

    Region Location Class Flares C/M/X
    AR4432 N14W84 Eko/BG 4/0/0
    AR4435 N23W42 Hsx/A 0/0/0
    AR4436 N18E27 Cao/B 1/0/0
    AR4433 S17W53 Hax/A 0/0/0
    2026-05-12 13:26:26.800Space Weather Message Code: WATA20
    2026-05-10 14:14:33.073Space Weather Message Code: SUMXM5
    2026-05-10 13:55:57.383Space Weather Message Code: SUM10R
    2026-05-10 13:47:47.057Space Weather Message Code: ALTTP2
    2026-05-10 13:38:09.200Space Weather Message Code: ALTXMF

    Monitor active region AR4436 as it rotates toward the solar center, as its magnetic complexity may influence future flare potential.