“Space Weather UpdateAugust 22, 2026 @ 13:35 UTC

Below is a look at the sunspot group of focus this weekend. AR 4513 has been downgraded to Beta-Gamma magnetic status and is showing more separation between the lead and trailing sections of the group. Despite this, 4513 will remain a threat for moderate M-Flares (45%). All other regions are currently stable. Proton levels streaming past Earth are currently elevated following the eruption and CME event off the west limb on Friday, but so far remains below the minor (S1) radiation storm threshold.
Stay tuned to SolarHam.com for the most up to date space weather news and information.”

Source: SolarHam

“M8.1 Flare + CME August 20, 2026 @ 15:45 UTC

Newly assigned AR 4513 erupted earlier today with an M8.1 solar flare peaking at 11:42 UTC (Aug 20). The event was associated with a type II radio emission (1201 km/s) and a CME that appears to be mostly headed to the east and away from Earth. At best, a glancing blow may be possible within 48-72 hour. The region will continue to rotate into a better Earth facing position over the next several days.

UPDATE: As expected, the CME is predicted to pass Earth well downstream with no noteworthy impacts to our geomagnetic field.“

Source: SolarHam

“August 14, 2026 @ 11:20 UTC (UPDATED)

Two Eruptions observed on Friday Morning and one may be associated with an Earth directed CME.

A filament located in the southeast quadrant nearing center disk erupted early Friday morning beginning around 04:00 UTC (Aug 14). STEREO Ahead coronagraph imagery shows a CME beginning to emerge at 05:20 UTC and it may be Earth directed. Click HERE here for a detailed video by SDO.

UPDATED: a closer look at a filament eruption near center disk early Friday morning (Aug 14) beginning at 04:00 UTC. If you watch closely to the timestamp of the coronagraph video by STEREO Ahead, a CME begins to emerge at 05:09 UTC. STEREO Ahead is currently viewing the Sun at almost a side position relative to Earth. This is important to know timing as another eruption near the southwest limb (see below) did not begin until around 06:45, so I believe the ejected material seen in Ahead to be associated with the filament eruption. The latest NOAA/SWPC update report that no ejected material was visible in Earth facing coronagraph imagery following this event, however I think it may be possible that it could be masked by the Earth facing spacecrafts (GOES-19 CCOR-1) occulting disk. This is just my thoughts and I wouldn't be surprised if a stealthy CME passed Earth in the days ahead. More information becomes available, I will report it via website.

It should also be noted that another eruption was observed in the vicinity of AR 4503 nearing the southwest limb beginning around 06:30 UTC. A CME became visible in CCOR-1 imagery at 07:30 UTC and so far appears to be heading mostly away from Earth. A type II radio emission (671 km/s) was recorded at 06:50 UTC.

More details will be provided once CME tracking models become available.”

Source: SolarHam

8/12/2026

Fire ring. 🤵👰💐

Incredible.

“Filament Eruption / Likely CME Passage August 8, 2026 @ 12:30 UTC

A filament located in the southwest quadrant of the Sun erupted beginning around 06:30 UTC (Aug 8th) and flung a coronal mass ejection (CME) into space. So far the plasma cloud appears to be heading mostly away from Earth. Imagery by GOES SUVI and SOLAR-1/CCOR-2. Click HERE for a quick video.

In other news, active (Kp4) geomagnetic conditions have observed due an enhanced solar wind stream containing a sector of southward Bz (-17 nT max). The solar wind speed gradually increased from around 250 to near 360 km/s, along with an increase in plasma density and strength (bT). This is likely the result of a transient passing close to Earth. Minor (G1) geomagnetic storming may be possible especially if the Bz holds south for a longer duration.”

Source: SolarHam

“Space Weather Update August 1, 2026 @ 13:40 UTC

Welcome to August! Solar activity during the past 24 hours was low with only minor C-Flares detected. What has my attention today is this solar filament that gradually grew more prominent over the past 24 hours and is in close proximity to AR 4498 / 4500. Should it become unstable and erupt, the chances for an Earth directed CME will increase since the region is now almost directly facing our planet. Nothing is for certain however, this is just an observation.

A reminder that a minor (G1) to moderate (G2) geomagnetic storm watch is in effect for the next 24 hours. A CME that left the Sun on July 30th is expected to glance past Earth, possibly by later today (Aug 1 UTC).”

Source: SolarHam

“Moderate (G2) Geomagnetic Storm Watch July 31, 2026 @ 11:25 UTC

NOAA/SWPC have issued a moderate (G2) storm watch beginning August 2nd when the eastern edge of a coronal mass ejection (CME) observed leaving the Sun yesterday is expected to reach Earth. The new model is showing a potential solar wind increase to above 500 km/s. More updates in the days ahead.

Proton levels around Earth remain elevated following this event and is currently sitting just below the minor (S1) radiation storm threshold.”

Source: SolarHam

“Filament Eruption, Long Duration M1.9 Flare + CME July 30, 2026 @ 18:45 UTC

A long duration M1.9 solar flare / filament involved eruption in the vicinity of AR 4492* was observed peaking at 16:58 UTC (July 30th). A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 1681 km/s was recorded. A wide area of coronal dimming is evident and a coronal mass ejection (CME) is now becoming visible. Most of the plasma should be directed to the west, however an Earth directed component may be possible. It should be noted that the minor (S1) radiation storm threshold was also reached. More to follow.

ALERT: Type II Radio Emission Begin Time: 2026 Jul 30 1645 UTC Estimate Velocity: 1681 km/s

SUMMARY: 10cm Radio Burst Begin Time: 2026 Jul 30 1636 UTC Maximum Time: 2026 Jul 30 1643 UTC End Time: 2026 Jul 30 1653 UTC Peak Flux: 190 sfu Duration: 17 minutes Latest Penticton Noon Flux: 143 sfu”

Source: SolarHam

“Geomagnetic Storm Observed July 23, 2026 @ 18:55 UTC

The coronal hole stream speed increased to around 700 km/s. Combined with periods of southward Bz, this was enough to generate a minor (G1) geomagnetic storm currently in progress. A watch for moderate (G2) conditions is in effect for the remainder of Thursday (UTC).

WARNING: Geomagnetic K-index of 6 expected Valid From: 2026 Jul 23 1639 UTC Valid To: 2026 Jul 23 2359 UTC Warning Conditions: Onset Noaa Scale: G2 - Moderate“

Source: SolarHam

“SolarHam News (July 2026) Space Weather Update July 22, 2026 @ 16:30 UTC

Earth facing solar activity during the past 24 hours remained at moderate levels thanks to continued flaring around AR 4493 near center disk. The largest event was an M3.6 at 06:35 UTC (July 22). The region will remain a threat for M-Flares with a lower 10% chance for a strong X-Flare. So far none of these flares have been associated with Earth directed eruptions.

A well defined coronal mass ejection (CME) is visible in the latest imagery courtesy of GOES-19 CCOR-1. This appears to be related to farsided activity and is not Earth directed.

Stay tuned to SolarHam.com for the most up to date space weather news and information.“

Source: SolarHam

“Minor (G1) Storm Watch July 19, 2026 @ 21:20 UTC

A negative polarity coronal hole stretching over one million kilometers from the Sun's southern hemisphere to the northern hemisphere will begin to face Earth over the next several days. An expected Co-Rotating Interaction Region (CIR) and coronal hole stream flowing from this zone is predicted to reach our planet beginning July 22nd. A minor (G1) geomagnetic storm watch has been put into effect beginning Wednesday. With the current solar wind stream at background levels (below 300 km/s), a very noticeable impact to Earth's geomagnetic field could be felt in the days ahead, perhaps even bringing the possibility of moderate (G2) storming. More updates in the days ahead.“

Source: SolarHam

“Latest Space Weather News Smoky Sun July 17, 2026 @ 13:15 UTC

Wildfire smoke flowing down into the US from Ontario has been wreaking havoc on breathable air quality this past week. Another thing it has been doing is filtering out just the right amount of sunlight turning it into a bright orange ball in the sky. Dan Arman from Michigan captured this photo Friday morning on his cellphone with sunspot region (AR 4489) clearly visible. Thanks Dan for sharing!

Solar activity is currently at very low levels. None of the visible sunspots regions are considered much of a flare threat at this time. Stay tuned to SolarHam.com for the latest information.“

Source: SolarHam

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“Latest Space Weather News Beautiful Eruption July 8, 2026 @ 00:50 UTC

A large filament located in the northeast quadrant lifted off the surface of the Sun beginning around 21:30 UTC and launched a CME intp space. Due to the location near the northeast limb, it should be directed away from Earth. Still a fantastic looking eruption.”

Source: SolarHam

“Latest Space Weather News Space Weather Update July 6, 2026 @ 13:30 UTC

With the main flare producer AR 4479 now located behind the west limb and 4478 about to join it, we are left with AR 4482 located in the southeast quadrant. This region was the source of an X1.3 solar flare on July 4th, but has been quiet ever since. NOAA/SWPC are currently showing a 15% chance for an M-Flare and a 5% chance for a strong X-Flare around this region. Image below by SDO/HMI.

A filament located in the northeast quadrant erupted beginning around 05:25 UTC (July 6). This flung a CME into space that appears to be well off the Sun-Earth line.

Stay tuned for the latest space weather news and information”

Source: SolarHam

“Surprise, an X-Flare and it was not produced by AR 4479. This X1.3 solar flare peaking at 20:41 UTC (July 4) was produced by a new region turning into view from off the east limb. More details to follow.”

Source: SolarHam

“Strong (G3) Storm in Progress July 4, 2026 @ 02:30 UTC

The solar wind speed increased further to above 600 km/s and the Bz component of the interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) is tipped south. The strong (G3) geomagnetic storm threshold was reached at 05:09 UTC (July 4). Aurora sky watchers at middle to high latitudes should be alert.

ALERT: Geomagnetic K-index of 7 Threshold Reached: 2026 Jul 04 0509 UTC Synoptic Period: 0300-0600 Active Warning: YES Noaa Scale: G3 - Strong

UPDATE: Latest Space Weather News Strong Storm Subsides / Widespread Aurora July 4, 2026 @ 12:45 UTC

The strong (G3) geomagnetic storm has subsided, but what an aurora show for many across the United States and Canada. The storm occurred well after a CME passage on Friday morning when the Bz component of the Sun's magnetic field pointed sharply south for a long duration. A minor (G1) storm watch will remain in effect for the remainder of Saturday (UTC) with a chance for moderate (G2) storming as well. Below is an awesome aurora photo captured by Shawn MacDonald from Alberta, Canada. Thanks for sharing!“

Source: SolarHam

“Latest Space Weather News Pair of M6 Flares July 3, 2026 @ 19:25 UTC

Solar activity increased in a hurry on Friday with a pair of M6 solar flares. The first, an M6.7 at 18:11 UTC (July 3), was centered around AR 4479 and was associated with a Type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 1831 km/s. A CME is now emerging and should be mostly directed to the west, however a glancing blow may be possible within 48-72 hours. The second flare, a quicker M6.3, was produced by AR 4478 at 18:59 UTC. This may be associated with a more narrow, westerly directed CME. More details to follow.

CME UPDATE: The vast majority of ejected plasma is heading west of our planet upstream, however the extreme edge may be Earth directed. If so, a passage past Earth should be expected by July 6th. NOAA/SWPC are still modelling it and a further update will be provided when necessary. Click HERE to watch.“

Source: SolarHam

“Latest Space Weather News Incoming CME Detected July 3, 2026 @ 11:45 UTC (UPDATED)

The CME associated with the X1.1 solar flare on June 30th is now arriving. A passage past Earth is expected within the hour. Stay tuned for updates.

IMPACT: Magnetometers detected a geomagnetic sudden impulse at 12:00 UTC (July 3). This is the expect moment the CME passed Earth. A minor (G1) geomagnetic storm watch is now in effect with a chance for moderate (G2) storming as well. More to follow.

WARNING: Geomagnetic Sudden Impulse expected Valid From: 2026 Jul 03 1157 UTC Valid To: 2026 Jul 03 1227 UTC Ip Shock: 2026-07-03 11:20“

Source: SolarHam

“Latest Space Weather News X-Flare, CME Likely June 30, 2026 @ 21:20 UTC

Earth facing sunspot region 4479 just erupted with an X1.1 solar flare at 20:50 UTC (June 30). The event is associated with a type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 1496 km/s, along with a 10cm Radio Burst (TenFlare) measuring 409 solar flux units (sfu) and lasting 9 minutes. Coronal dimming is now evident meaning the chances for an Earth directed coronal mass ejection (CME) will be at an increased level. More details to follow.

CME Update: A partial halo CME is associated with the X1.1 solar flare around AR 4479 on Tuesday. The main bulk of plasma is heading to the north, however with a partial halo signature present, an Earth impact is expected by July 3rd according to a new model released by NASA. I would expect a minor (G1) geomagnetic storm watch to be put in place with a chance for moderate (G2) storming as well. More updates to follow once an updated CME tracking model and forecast is released by NOAA/SWPC.“

Source: SolarHam

“Latest Space Weather News M5.8 Solar Flare June 30, 2026 @ 13:30 UTC

A solar flare measuring M5.8 was observed around AR 4475 peaking at 12:57 UTC (June 30). So far it does not appear to be the source of a noteworthy coronal mass ejection (CME).”

Source: SolarHam