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... before rotating to the far side around July 5-6. They're expected to return to the front side near the end of this week or early next week, provided they do not decay over the next few days. Data by NSF-NOAA GONG, operated by NSF NSO.

Solar Activity Report: July 6-12, 2026 ☀️ Activity showed a significant decrease compared with the preceding week. By Tuesday, the average X‑ray flux level had declined to the B category level, where it remained despite intermittent M‑ and C‑class flares.

It also shows a large sunspot and its surrounding penumbra! This image was created using scientific data processed for general audiences and is not intended for scientific analysis. The Inouye was built and operated by the Naitonal Solar Observatory in Maui, HI. ⠀ #NSFfunded

This active region was captured in H-alpha light with the Inouye's VBI. H-alpha reveals details of the solar chromosphere, where the interaction between magnetic fields and solar plasma generate intricate filamentary structures, called fibrils, and bright regions, called plages.

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This active region was captured in H-alpha light with the Inouye's VBI. H-alpha reveals details of the solar chromosphere, where the interaction between magnetic fields and solar plasma generate intricate filamentary structures, called fibrils, and bright regions, called plages

Data by NSF-NOAA GONG, operated by NSF NSO. Additional Credits: Jain/Oien/NSF/GONG/NSO/AURA, with contributions by NOAA.

A moderate‑sized region near the equator in the southern hemisphere is expected to reach the east limb around July 12. Collectively, these regions may contribute to elevated activity on the far side that will be hidden from direct observations.

Solar Activity Report: June 29-July 5, 2026 ☀️ Activity ranged from moderate to high throughout the period. Multiple C‑ and M‑class flares occurred each day, along with two X‑class flares on separate days.