Solar Flares in 2021
29 flares ↑ MAX: X1.6 ↓ MIN: A0.4
29 flares ↑ MAX: X1.6 ↓ MIN: A0.4
In 2021, more than 20 solar flares were recorded. The most active month was December with 8 solar flares: M1.9 (Dec 20), M1.9 (Dec 28), M1.6 (Dec 28). Compared with 2020, that is 1350% more — rising solar flare activity. The strongest solar flare was X1.6 on July 3, 2021 (11 minutes straight). The quietest month was April (only 1 solar flare).
Most powerful Solar Flares in 2021
| Month | Events | Strongest event | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April | 1 | M1.1 19 Apr | Moderate level | 6 min |
| May | 4 | M3.9 7 May | Moderate level | 31 min |
| July | 4 | X1.6 3 Jul | High level | 11 min |
| August | 1 | M4.8 28 Aug | Moderate level | 1 h 1 min |
| September | 1 | M1.9 23 Sep | Moderate level | 7 min |
| October | 7 | X1 28 Oct | High level | 56 min |
| November | 3 | M2 9 Nov | Moderate level | 46 min |
| December | 8 | M1.9 20 Dec | Moderate level | 21 min |