Solar Flares in 2002
240 flares ↑ MAX: X5.1 ↓ MIN: B1.6
240 flares ↑ MAX: X5.1 ↓ MIN: B1.6
In 2002, more than 240 solar flares were recorded. The most active month was August with 49 solar flares: X3.5 (Aug 24), X1.6 (Aug 30), X1.2 (Aug 3). Compared with 2001, that is 24% less — falling solar flare activity. The strongest solar flare was X5.1 on July 23, 2002 (1 hour 46 minutes straight). The quietest month was June (only 4 solar flares).
Most powerful Solar Flares in 2002
| Month | Events | Strongest event | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21 | M10 9 Jan | Moderate level | 51 min |
| February | 19 | M5.7 20 Feb | Moderate level | 6 min |
| March | 17 | M6 14 Mar | Moderate level | 46 min |
| April | 23 | X1.7 21 Apr | High level | 3 h 41 min |
| May | 15 | X2.1 20 May | High level | 8 min |
| June | 4 | M1.8 23 Jun | Moderate level | 31 min |
| July | 33 | X5.1 23 Jul | High level | 1 h 46 min |
| August | 49 | X3.5 24 Aug | High level | 2 h 46 min |
| September | 14 | M3.2 10 Sep | Moderate level | 6 min |
| October | 23 | X1.3 31 Oct | High level | 33 min |
| November | 13 | M7.6 18 Nov | Moderate level | 2 min |
| December | 9 | M7.3 20 Dec | Moderate level | 2 min |