The powerful magnetic storm that lasted for a week is on the wane
Kyiv • UNN
The powerful magnetic storm that has been affecting the Earth since the end of 2024 is on the decline with a K-index of 4. Solar activity is forecast to further decline to a K-index of 2 by January 9.
The powerful magnetic storm that began affecting the Earth in late 2024 is finally on the wane. According to geophysical research, the storm reached its peak earlier this week, but now its activity has significantly decreased. This was reported by Meteoagent, UNN reported.
Details
According to Meteoagent, the powerful magnetic storm that lasted for a week subsided on January 7. Solar activity is currently observed with a K-index of 4 (yellow level).
In addition, the index is expected to decline in the coming days.
In particular, on January 8, solar activity is expected to drop to K-index 3 (green level). And on January 9, the K-index will be 2.
Recall
In January 2025, magnetic storms of varying intensity are predicted, with the most active period from January 1 to 18.
