Solar Flares in May, 2001
12 flares ↑ MAX: M7.1 ↓ MIN: B3.2
12 flares ↑ MAX: M7.1 ↓ MIN: B3.2
In May 2001, 12 solar flares were recorded; the strongest was M7.1 on May 20, 2001. The longest run of consecutive active days was 3 (15 May–17 May).
Most powerful Solar Flares in May 2001
| Date | Class | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2001 | M7.1 | Moderate level | 2 min |
| May 13, 2001 | M3.9 | Moderate level | 6 min |
| May 12, 2001 | M3.2 | Moderate level | 21 min |
| May 1, 2001 | M2.7 | Moderate level | 51 min |
| May 2, 2001 | M2.1 | Moderate level | 6 min |
| May 20, 2001 | M1.7 | Moderate level | — |
| May 16, 2001 | M1.4 | Moderate level | — |
| May 17, 2001 | M1.3 | Moderate level | — |
| May 24, 2001 | M1.3 | Moderate level | 11 min |
| May 5, 2001 | M1.1 | Moderate level | — |
| May 8, 2001 | M1.1 | Moderate level | 6 min |
| May 15, 2001 | M1.1 | Moderate level | 1 min |