Solar Flares in 2012
135 flares ↑ MAX: X5.4 ↓ MIN: A7.9
135 flares ↑ MAX: X5.4 ↓ MIN: A7.9
In 2012, more than 130 solar flares were recorded. The most active month was July with 48 solar flares: X1.4 (Jul 12), X1.1 (Jul 6), M7.8 (Jul 19). Compared with 2011, that is 21% more — rising solar flare activity. The strongest solar flare was X5.4 on March 7, 2012 (3 hours 11 minutes straight). The quietest month was February (only 1 solar flare).
Most powerful Solar Flares in 2012
| Month | Events | Strongest event | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7 | X1.8 27 Jan | High level | 2 h 1 min |
| February | 1 | M1 6 Feb | Moderate level | 2 min |
| March | 19 | X5.4 7 Mar | High level | 3 h 11 min |
| April | 2 | M1.8 16 Apr | Moderate level | 21 min |
| May | 12 | M5.8 10 May | Moderate level | 12 min |
| June | 12 | M3.4 3 Jun | Moderate level | 1 min |
| July | 48 | X1.4 12 Jul | High level | 3 h 56 min |
| August | 9 | M5.6 18 Aug | Moderate level | 16 min |
| September | 4 | M1.7 6 Sep | Moderate level | 2 min |
| October | 7 | X1.8 23 Oct | High level | 38 min |
| November | 14 | M6.1 13 Nov | Moderate level | 1 min |
Solar Flares: Full Archive
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