Geomagnetic Activity Forecast for September 7, 2024
On September 7, 2024, the geomagnetic activity level (K-index) recorded at 3, indicating a quiet level of magnetic activity, NOAA reported. This stability in the Earth's geomagnetic field suggests minimal disruption from solar winds or geomagnetic storms. For weather-sensitive individuals, a K-index of 3 means fewer adverse effects related to geomagnetic fluctuations, resulting in reduced symptoms such as fatigue or headaches for those sensitive to magnetic field changes due to certain health conditions. Overall, this level allows for improved mental clarity, focus, and daily productivity under normal atmospheric conditions influenced more by local weather than geomagnetic disturbances. The tranquil geomagnetic environment also affords a day with minimal discomfort for those affected by variable weather patterns.
No G1 (Minor) or greater geomagnetic storms are anticipated, with no significant transient or recurrent solar wind features forecasted. Over the past 24 hours, solar radiation levels, as monitored by NOAA GOES-18, remained below the S-scale storm level thresholds. There's a slight chance of S1 (Minor) or greater solar radiation storms in the coming days, while R1-R2 (Minor-Moderate) radio blackouts are likely on September 7, with only a slight chance for R3 or more severe events.
Earlier, SSP published an analysis of space weather activity.