Solar Watch — July 10, 2026 | 18:00 UTC

☀ HELIOS SOLAR WATCH · 2026-07-10 16:00 UTC
Solar activity remains stable with moderate F10.7 flux
SOLAR: QUIET
GEO: QUIET

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

Solar conditions are currently quiet, characterized by stable geomagnetic levels and low-level flare activity. While the sun remains active with multiple regions, no significant geomagnetic disturbances are expected.

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
2.3
0–9 scale · ≥5 = geomagnetic storm

F10.7 Solar Flux
143.0
sfu · >150 = high activity

The solar environment is marked by a steady F10.7 flux of 143 sfu, reflecting a moderately active photosphere. Geomagnetic activity is currently at Kp 2.3, following a brief period of minor instability. Seven active regions are currently monitored, though none are showing significant eruptive potential at this time.

Key Metric

The Kp-index forecast of 3.67 is the most important metric, as it indicates a trend toward unsettled conditions that may impact sensitive radio communications.

Expect a slight increase in geomagnetic agitation over the next 24 hours, with the Kp-index likely reaching 3.67 by late in the cycle. No significant radio blackouts are anticipated, although C-class flare activity remains probable due to the presence of multiple active regions.

🌌 Aurora Outlook

Aurora visibility is not expected for mid-latitudes at these Kp levels. Observations will remain confined to high-latitude regions, where only standard, faint auroral displays may occur.

Region Location Class Flares C/M/X
AR4481 N14W33 Axx/A 0/0/0
AR4487 N09W01 Cro/B 0/0/0
AR4485 S10W55 Dai/BG 0/0/0
AR4486 S17W86 Bxo/B 0/0/0
AR4482 S09W00 Dko/BG 0/0/0
2026-07-10 11:51:50.717Space Weather Message Code: WARK04
2026-07-10 11:26:49.100Space Weather Message Code: ALTEF3
2026-07-09 11:20:12.013Space Weather Message Code: ALTK04
2026-07-09 11:19:28.583Space Weather Message Code: WARK04
2026-07-08 05:29:41.360Space Weather Message Code: WARK04

Monitor AR4485 and AR4482 for any magnetic complexity changes, as their ‘BG’ classification indicates potential for sudden energy release.