☀ Helios Solar Watch · 2026-08-07 04:00 UTC
QUIET
Geomagnetic activity is currently at very low levels with no significant storm activity detected. While the solar environment remains quiet, F10.7 flux remains elevated, indicating a high level of underlying solar cycle activity.
Visible light · 4 active regions
Extreme UV · 304 Å
Kp Index
0.3
5 or above = storm
Geomagnetic
G0
24 h max: G0
X-Ray
A/B
quiet
⚠ Kp 4 expected · 4 more below
Next 24 h
Conditions are expected to remain quiet over the next 24 hours, with Kp levels peaking no higher than 2.67. No significant geomagnetic or radiation storms are anticipated during this period.
🌌 Aurora
Aurora activity is expected to be minimal.
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Observers at mid-latitudes (40-60°N) should not expect to see auroral displays under current conditions.
👁 Watch for
Monitor AR4503 as it rotates further into view; its magnetic complexity may influence potential flare activity over the next 24 hours.
▸ Detailed readings
Radio blackout
R0
(24 h max R0)
R0
(24 h max R0)
Radiation
S0
(24 h max S0)
S0
(24 h max S0)
F10.7
176.0
sfu
176.0
sfu
| Region | Location | Class | Flares C/M/X |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR4498 | N14W56 | Hsx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4500 | N19W53 | Hrx/A | 0/0/0 |
| AR4503 | S17E41 | Dro/B | 0/0/0 |
| AR4502 | S07W53 | Dao/B | 1/0/0 |
NOAA messages
2026-08-04 08:10 Kp 4 expected (WARK04)
2026-08-03 02:53 Kp 5 (G1) expected (WARK05)
2026-08-02 18:01 Kp 6 (G2) reached (ALTK06)
2026-08-02 17:48 Kp 6 (G2) expected (WARK06)
2026-08-02 17:12 Kp 5 (G1) reached (ALTK05)
Helios Observer · Data: NOAA SWPC · updated every 12 h