Geomagnetic activity is currently elevated with a Kp-index of 3.7, trending toward minor G1-level disturbance in the next few hours. While solar flare activity remains low, the increasing planetary K-index indicates a period of unsettled space weather.
⚠ Kp 4 expected · 4 more below
Geomagnetic conditions are expected to peak at G1 (minor) storm levels around 06:00 UTC before subsiding to quiet levels by the afternoon.
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Flare activity remains largely limited to minor C-class events, with a low probability of significant M-class eruptions.
At a Kp of 4 to 5, aurora displays may be possible for high-latitude observers in northern regions of Canada and Scandinavia.
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Mid-latitude observers are unlikely to see significant activity, but should keep an eye on the horizon during the 06:00 UTC peak if skies are dark and clear.
Monitor the geomagnetic index for any sustained rise beyond Kp 5, which would indicate a confirmed G1-level minor storm requiring minor corrections for satellite operations.
▸ Detailed readings
R0
(24 h max R0)
S0
(24 h max S0)
115.0
sfu
| Region | Location | Class | Flares C/M/X |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR4551 | S15W71 | Eko/BG | 1/0/0 |
| AR4557 | N07W41 | Dsi/BG | 7/0/0 |
| AR4560 | N13W14 | Dai/BG | 0/0/0 |
Helios Observer · Data: NOAA SWPC · updated every 12 h