Solar Flares in 2004
132 flares ↑ MAX: X3.9 ↓ MIN: A3.4
132 flares ↑ MAX: X3.9 ↓ MIN: A3.4
In 2004, more than 130 solar flares were recorded. The most active month was July with 38 solar flares: X3.9 (Jul 16), X1.9 (Jul 15), X1.8 (Jul 15). Compared with 2003, that is 24% less — falling solar flare activity. The strongest solar flare was X3.9 on July 16, 2004 (1 hour 16 minutes straight). The quietest month was June (only 1 solar flare).
Most powerful Solar Flares in 2004
| Month | Events | Strongest event | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11 | M8.4 7 Jan | Moderate level | 16 min |
| February | 4 | X1.2 26 Feb | High level | 26 min |
| March | 5 | M2.4 25 Mar | Moderate level | 1 min |
| April | 8 | M2.5 6 Apr | Moderate level | 26 min |
| May | 2 | M2.6 21 May | Moderate level | 11 min |
| June | 1 | M1.1 13 Jun | Moderate level | 6 min |
| July | 38 | X3.9 16 Jul | High level | 1 h 16 min |
| August | 29 | X2.1 18 Aug | High level | 1 h 11 min |
| September | 3 | M5 12 Sep | Moderate level | 1 h 46 min |
| October | 13 | X1.3 30 Oct | High level | 6 min |
| November | 14 | X2.8 10 Nov | High level | 51 min |
| December | 4 | M2.3 29 Dec | Moderate level | 16 min |