Latest Helios Report

  • Solar Watch — June 15, 2026 | 18:00 UTC

    ☀ HELIOS SOLAR WATCH · 2026-06-15 16:00 UTC
    Quiet geomagnetic conditions persist with moderate solar flux levels
    SOLAR: MODERATE
    GEO: QUIET

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

    Solar activity remains at baseline levels with no significant geomagnetic disturbance. While multiple active regions are present, they are currently characterized by low-level flare potential.

    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
    129.0
    sfu · >150 = high activity

    The planetary K-index is holding steady at 1.0, reflecting a magnetically quiet environment for Earth. Solar flux is currently 129.0 sfu, indicating moderate solar activity, though recent flare production has been restricted to minor C-class events. With 8 active regions identified, the solar disk remains physically active but currently lacks the magnetic complexity required for larger eruptive events.

    Key Metric

    The current F10.7 flux of 129.0 sfu indicates a robust, healthy solar cycle, providing sufficient background ionization for satellite orbital drag monitoring.

    Geomagnetic conditions are expected to remain quiet for the next 24 hours, with Kp levels likely peaking near 2.67 by early tomorrow. No significant solar radiation or radio blackouts are anticipated as current regional magnetic configurations appear stable.

    🌌 Aurora Outlook

    Aurora visibility is not expected at mid-latitudes (40-60°N). Observers in high-latitude regions may see only faint, localized activity consistent with nominal solar wind conditions.

    Region Location Class Flares C/M/X
    AR4469 S16E22 Bxo/B 0/0/0
    AR4468 N10E25 Bxo/B 0/0/0
    AR4465 N08W24 Dai/B 0/0/0
    AR4464 S14W70 Cao/B 1/0/0
    AR4463 N17W68 Hsx/A 0/0/0
    2026-06-15 12:35:56.833Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-06-14 13:28:09.427Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
    2026-06-14 08:30:13.163Space Weather Message Code: WATA30
    2026-06-13 23:56:02.700Space Weather Message Code: WARK04
    2026-06-13 21:01:31.343Space Weather Message Code: ALTK04

    Monitor AR4465 and AR4469 for any sudden increase in magnetic complexity, which could elevate the current 40% probability for M-class solar flares.