☀ Helios Solar Watch · 2026-10-28 05:00 UTC
QUIET
The Sun is currently in a state of quietude with no significant geomagnetic activity or flaring, as the Kp-index remains at a low 2.3. Space weather conditions are stable and pose no threats to satellite operations or power grids.
Visible light · 1 active region
Extreme UV · 304 Å
Kp Index
2.3
5 or above = storm
Geomagnetic
G0
24 h max: G0
X-Ray
A/B
quiet
⚠ Electron flux F3 reached · 3 more below
Next 24 h
Geomagnetic activity is expected to remain quiet, with the Kp-index likely dropping further to 1.0 or below over the next 24 hours. No significant solar flares or radiation storms are anticipated during this period.
🌌 Aurora
Aurora activity will be restricted to high polar latitudes.
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There is no probability of aurora visibility for mid-latitudes (40-60°N) at this time.
👁 Watch for
Monitor the development of AR4562, as it is the primary region with potential for evolution, though it currently shows no signs of high-level flaring.
▸ 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
96.0
sfu
96.0
sfu
| Region | Location | Class | Flares C/M/X |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR4562 | S17E34 | Axx/A | 0/0/0 |
NOAA messages
2026-10-27 11:38 Electron flux F3 reached (ALTEF3)
2026-10-23 19:55 Kp 4 reached (ALTK04)
2026-10-23 19:27 Kp 4 expected (WARK04)
2026-10-22 00:03 Kp 5 (G1) reached (ALTK05)
Helios Observer · Data: NOAA SWPC · updated every 12 h