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Calm now with a storm expected soon
STORM FORECAST · G2

Calm now with a storm expected soon

As of 08 June 2026 16:53 UTC the geomagnetic field is quiet, but a strong storm is forecast for 08 June with elevated activity into 09 June. Weather-sensitive people may notice changes in the next 24 36 hours.

MeteoStorms · NOAA · 8 Jun 2026 · 16:53 UTC Read →
What is the Kp index and what do its values mean?
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What is the Kp index and what do its values mean?

The Kp index is a 0-to-9 scale, updated every three hours, that shows how disturbed Earth's magnetic field is worldwide. A geomagnetic storm officially begins at Kp 5, which maps to NOAA's G1-G5 storm levels.

MeteoStorms · NOAA · 8 Jun 2026 · 12:36 UTC Read →
Quiet now, magnetic storm expected in coming days
STORM FORECAST · G3

Quiet now, magnetic storm expected in coming days

As of 07 June 2026 13:25 UTC the geomagnetic field is calm (K-index 1). A strong geomagnetic storm is forecast for 08 June with elevated activity continuing into 09 June.

MeteoStorms · NOAA · 7 Jun 2026 · 13:25 UTC Read →
What is a magnetic storm in simple terms?
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What is a magnetic storm in simple terms?

A magnetic (geomagnetic) storm is a temporary disturbance of Earth's magnetic shield caused by bursts of energy from the Sun. It has nothing to do with rain or wind, and it can happen on a clear, sunny day.

MeteoStorms · NOAA · 7 Jun 2026 · 11:02 UTC Read →
Geomagnetic activity is easing and conditions are calming
STORM PASSING

Geomagnetic activity is easing and conditions are calming

The recent disturbance has passed and the geomagnetic field is returning to quiet levels. Weather-sensitive people may notice lingering mild symptoms today as activity settles.

MeteoStorms · NOAA · 6 Jun 2026 · 12:58 UTC Read →
Magnetic storm intensifies sharply
STORM INTENSIFYING · G3

Magnetic storm intensifies sharply

Geomagnetic activity has risen suddenly and a strong geomagnetic storm (G3) is underway as of 05 June 2026 12:34 UTC, a clear escalation from the calmer conditions reported earlier. Activity is forecast to decline over the next two days.

MeteoStorms · NOAA · 5 Jun 2026 · 12:34 UTC Read →
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