Latest Helios Report

  • Solar Watch — July 01, 2026 | 06:00 UTC

    Solar Flare Activity — Last 12 Hours
    Peak: X-class @ 20:50 UTC (7h 10min ago)
      M @ 20:42 UTC  ·  M @ 21:13 UTC

    ☀ HELIOS SOLAR WATCH · 2026-07-01 04:00 UTC
    Elevated Geomagnetic Activity Following Recent X-Class Solar Flare
    SOLAR: ACTIVE
    GEO: UNSETTLED

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

    Geomagnetic conditions are currently active following a recent X-class solar flare. A G1-level geomagnetic storm is in progress as we observe the planetary response to solar wind enhancements.

    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: G1

    Planetary Kp-Index
    4.7
    0–9 scale · ≥5 = geomagnetic storm

    F10.7 Solar Flux
    116.0
    sfu · >150 = high activity

    The Kp-index is hovering at 4.7, indicating active conditions with a G1 geomagnetic storm peak. AR4479 remains the primary point of interest, having recently produced an X-class flare, while solar flux is at a moderate 116.0 sfu. Satellite and radio operators should note that the solar environment is currently volatile.

    Key Metric

    The current Kp-index of 4.7 is the primary indicator of ongoing geomagnetic unrest resulting from the recent solar eruptive events.

    Geomagnetic activity is expected to trend downward over the next 24 hours, returning to quiet or unsettled levels by midday. Flare production remains likely, with a 55% probability of additional M-class activity from current active regions.

    🌌 Aurora Outlook

    At a Kp of 4.7, auroral activity may be visible at high latitudes, primarily across Canada and northern Scandinavia. Mid-latitude observers are unlikely to see significant displays, but those at high northern latitudes should monitor the skies for brief auroral enhancement.

    Region Location Class Flares C/M/X
    AR4480 S18W30 Cso/B 1/0/0
    AR4479 N16W24 Eki/BGD 1/0/1
    AR4478 S05W06 Fki/BGD 2/0/0
    AR4477 S14W31 Bxo/B 2/0/0
    AR4475 S09W63 Dai/B 5/2/0
    2026-07-01 02:59:26.100Space Weather Message Code: ALTK05
    2026-06-30 21:09:02.510Space Weather Message Code: ALTTP4
    2026-06-30 21:07:33.340Space Weather Message Code: ALTTP2
    2026-06-30 21:06:36.107Space Weather Message Code: SUM10R
    2026-06-30 21:04:38.827Space Weather Message Code: SUMX01

    Monitor AR4479 for any secondary eruptive signatures, as its complex magnetic configuration retains the potential for further M-class or X-class flares.