Solar flux 180 and estimated planetary A-index 28. The estimated planetary K-index at 0300 UTC on 24 January was 4.00.

Forecast Issued at 2200Z on 23 Jan 2026

Solar Activity Forecast: Solar activity is likely to be moderate with a slight chance for an X-class flare on days one, two, and three (24 Jan, 25 Jan, 26 Jan).

Geophysical Activity Forecast: The geomagnetic field is expected to be at quiet to minor storm levels on day one (24 Jan), quiet to unsettled levels on day two (25 Jan) and quiet levels on day three (26 Jan). Protons have a slight chance of crossing threshold on days one, two, and three (24 Jan, 25 Jan, 26 Jan).