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Daily Sun

Sunspot Regions

Daily Sun: Sunspots ℹ️

This canvas displays the latest sunspot data. Sunspots are temporary phenomena on the Sun's photosphere that appear as spots darker than the surrounding areas. They are caused by reduced surface temperature due to concentrations of magnetic field flux that inhibit convection. The sunspot number is an important indicator of solar activity.

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Spotless Days

Year	Total Days	Percentage

Spotless Days ℹ️

This table displays the total number of spotless days for each year, along with the percentage of spotless days out of the total days in the year. A spotless day is defined as a day with zero sunspots.

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Sunspot Counts (Past 30-Days)

Sunspot Counts (Past 30-Days) ℹ️

This chart displays the daily sunspot counts over the past 30 days. Sunspots are temporary phenomena on the Sun's photosphere that appear as spots darker than the surrounding areas. They are caused by concentrations of magnetic field flux that inhibit convection. The number of sunspots correlates with solar activity and can impact space weather, which affects satellite operations, communication systems, and power grids on Earth.

Solar Flares

Solar Flares ℹ️

This video shows the latest solar flares captured by the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO). Solar flares are sudden explosions of energy caused by tangling, crossing, or reorganizing of magnetic field lines near sunspots. These events can impact satellite operations, communications, and even power grids on Earth.

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Today's Solar Flare Risk

Flare Type	Probability (%)
C-Class	0%
M-Class	0%
X-Class	0%

Today's Solar Flare Risk ℹ️

This table displays the probabilities of different classes of solar flares occurring today. These probabilities are updated regularly and may differ from other panels.

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Latest Sunspot Regions

Region	No. C-Flares	No. M-Flares	No. X-Flares	C Flare Prob.	M Flare Prob.	X Flare Prob.

Latest Sunspot Regions ℹ️

This table displays the current sunspot regions observed today, along with their probabilities for C, M, and X class solar flares and the number of C, M, and X flares recorded. Note that the regions here may differ from those on the 'Sunspot Region' image above as these are updated more regularly.

Coronal Holes and Solar Wind Speed

Coronal Holes

Coronal Holes ℹ️

This video shows the latest coronal holes captured by the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO). Coronal holes are regions where the Sun's corona is darker, colder, and has lower-density plasma. These areas are associated with high-speed solar wind streams that can interact with Earth's magnetosphere, leading to geomagnetic storms and auroras.

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Solar Wind Speed

Solar Wind Speed ℹ️

This chart displays the solar wind speed data from the SWPC. The solar wind speed indicates the flow of charged particles from the sun, which can impact space weather conditions.

A solar wind speed above 500 km/s is considered high and can significantly impact Earth's magnetosphere, potentially causing geomagnetic storms.

Density

Density ℹ️

This chart displays the density data from the SWPC. Density indicates the concentration of solar wind particles, which can affect space weather conditions.

A density reading above 10 cm³ is considered high and can impact the Earth's magnetosphere, potentially causing geomagnetic disturbances.

Planetary K-Index (3-Hour Data)

PLANETARY K-INDEX (3-HOUR DATA)

Planetary K-Index ℹ️

The K-index quantifies disturbances in the horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field with an integer in the range 0-9. A K-index of 5 or more indicates a geomagnetic storm.

Kp < 5

Kp = 5 (G1)

Kp = 6 (G2)

Kp = 7 (G3)

Kp = 8, 9- (G4)

Kp = 9o (G5)

Coronal Mass Ejections

Coronal Mass Ejections (C3)

Coronal Mass Ejections ℹ️

This video shows the latest coronal mass ejections captured by the LASCO C3 instrument on the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO). Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) are significant releases of plasma and magnetic field from the solar corona. They can cause geomagnetic storms that may disrupt satellite communications and power grids on Earth.

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Latest CMEs

CME iCoronal Mass Ejection (CME) number	Onset iThe earliest indication of the CME's liftoff time	Dur. iThe duration of the CME's liftoff in hours	Ang. iThe principal angle of the CME in degrees	Width iThe angular width of the CME in degrees	Med. Vel. iThe median velocity of the CME in km/s	Vel. Var. iThe variation (1 sigma) of velocity across the CME's width	Min. Vel. iThe lowest velocity detected within the CME in km/s	Max. Vel. iThe highest velocity detected within the CME in km/s	Halo? iIndicates whether the CME is classified as a halo CME	Video iPlay the video of the CME event

Latest CMEs ℹ️

This table displays the latest CMEs detected by the Cactus software of the SIDC. The Cactus software autonomously detects CMEs in image sequences from the LASCO instrument on board SOHO.

Coronal Mass Ejections

Coronal Mass Ejections (C2)

Coronal Mass Ejections ℹ️

The LASCO C2 instrument captures coronal mass ejections (CMEs) closer to the sun compared to C3. This video provides a more detailed view of the CME's initial ejection and its development. CMEs observed by C2 can provide critical information about the early stages of these solar events, helping scientists understand the forces driving them and predict their potential impact on Earth.

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ENLIL Spiral

ENLIL Spiral ℹ️

The ENLIL spiral is a model output that shows the predicted solar wind and CME (Coronal Mass Ejection) propagation in the heliosphere. It helps in understanding the space weather conditions and their potential impact on Earth.

GOES X-Ray Flux Chart

GOES X-Ray Flux

GOES X-Ray Flux ℹ️

This chart displays the X-ray flux levels detected by the GOES-16 satellite. X-ray flux measures the intensity of X-rays emitted by the sun. High X-ray flux levels can indicate solar flares or other solar activity, which can affect satellite operations and communications on Earth.

Solar Wind and Magnetic Field Data

Solar Wind and Magnetic Field Data ℹ️

This chart displays various solar wind and magnetic field parameters over time.

Bz (nT): This is the vertical component of the interplanetary magnetic field. Changes in Bz can indicate solar storms affecting Earth's magnetic field.
Phi (gsm): This measures the angle of the magnetic field in the solar wind. It helps understand the direction of the magnetic field.
Proton Density (p/cm³): This shows the number of protons in a cubic centimeter of solar wind. High density can signal increased solar activity.
Proton Speed (km/s): This measures the speed of the solar wind protons. Faster speeds can mean stronger solar wind impacting Earth.
Proton Temperature (K): This indicates the temperature of the solar wind protons. Higher temperatures are associated with more active solar regions.

GOES Proton Flux

GOES Proton Flux ℹ️

This chart displays the proton flux levels detected by the GOES-18 satellite. Proton flux measures the number of protons (charged particles) from the sun striking the satellite's sensors. High proton flux levels can indicate solar storms or other solar activity, which can affect satellite operations and communications on Earth. The red dashed line represents the threshold for proton flux at ≥10 MeV, above which a warning is issued.

Latest D-Rap Absorption Map

D-Rap Absorption ℹ️

This map shows high-frequency radio signal absorption caused by energetic particles entering Earth's atmosphere. It is updated every 5 minutes.

Latest Aurora Activity

Northern Hemisphere

Southern Hemisphere

Aurora Activity Data ℹ️

This panel displays the latest aurora activity in the northern and southern hemispheres. Auroras occur when solar wind particles collide with Earth's atmosphere, creating beautiful displays of light. The data is updated every 5 minutes.

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Hemispheric Power

Hemispheric Power ℹ️

This chart displays the hemispheric power index, indicating the total power of the auroras in the northern and southern hemispheres. A reading above 50 GW is considered high and indicates strong auroral activity.

Solar Cycle Chart

Solar Cycle Sunspot Number

Solar Cycle Sunspot Number ℹ️

This chart shows the monthly sunspot numbers, smoothed sunspot numbers, and NOAA forecast for the solar cycle. Use the navigator below the chart to select a custom date range.

Solar Cycle Comparison

Solar Cycle Comparison ℹ️

This chart shows a comparison of sunspot numbers for each solar cycle. Use the legend below to select and compare different solar cycles.

Solar Cycle F10.7 Index Chart

Solar Cycle F10.7 Index

Solar Cycle F10.7 Index ℹ️

This chart shows the observed F10.7, smoothed F10.7, and predicted F10.7 values for the solar cycle. Use the navigator below the chart to select a custom date range.

Latest Space Weather News

09:00 UTC, Sept 16, 2024

Solar Activity: The X4.5-class solar flare on September 14, 2024, from Active Region (AR) 3825 remains one of the most intense solar flares of cycle 25. The coronal mass ejection (CME) associated with this flare is expected to impact Earth's magnetic field today, September 16, 2024. This event will likely trigger a G3 (strong) geomagnetic storm, potentially disrupting satellite communications and power systems. AR 3825 continues to be a source of heightened activity, with more M-class solar flares expected in the coming days. Despite the recent activity, the sunspot count is falling -- down to just 68 today.

Aurora Alerts: The anticipated G3 geomagnetic storm today and tomorrow creates favorable conditions for aurora sightings. The CME's impact could result in auroras visible as far south as northern regions of the U.S. (such as Michigan and Pennsylvania), Canada, and across northern Europe. Those under clear skies on September 16 and 17 should have good chances of seeing the light show.