Geomagnetic conditions are set to transition from quiet to active, with a G2 storm anticipated later today. While solar flare activity remains low, the solar flux is high at 211.0 sfu.
⚠ Electron flux F3 reached · 4 more below
Geomagnetic activity is forecast to rise sharply, reaching G1 levels by 18:00 UTC and peaking at G2 (Kp 5.67) by 21:00 UTC today. Conditions are expected to return to quiet levels (Kp 3.0) by 00:00 UTC on 10 September.
Observers at mid-latitudes (40-60°N) should prepare for potential aurora visibility during the G2 peak between 18:00 and 23:59 UTC.
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Optimal viewing conditions will occur in locations with dark, clear skies away from light pollution.
Monitor the arrival of the predicted geomagnetic disturbance after 18:00 UTC for potential sudden shifts in the interplanetary magnetic field.
▸ Detailed readings
R0
(24 h max R0)
S0
(24 h max S0)
211.0
sfu
| Region | Location | Class | Flares C/M/X |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR4527 | N03E08 | Hsx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4529 | N12E24 | Hsx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4530 | N19W07 | Dro/B | 0/0/0 |
| AR4521 | N09W54 | Hsx/A | 1/0/0 |
| AR4523 | N10W43 | Axx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4524 | N13W13 | Hsx/A | 1/0/0 |
| AR4525 | N11E03 | Bxo/B | 0/0/0 |
| AR4528 | S11E24 | Hsx/A | 1/0/0 |
Helios Observer · Data: NOAA SWPC · updated every 12 h