Solar Flares in 2026
157 flares ↑ MAX: X8.1 ↓ MIN: B2.6

In 2026, more than 150 solar flares were recorded. The most active month was February with 46 solar flares: X8.1 (Feb 1), X4.2 (Feb 4), X1.7 (Feb 2). Compared with 2025, that is 55% less — falling solar flare activity. The strongest solar flare was X8.1 on February 1, 2026 (4 hours 36 minutes straight). The quietest month was January (only 8 solar flares).

Most powerful Solar Flares in 2026

Month Events Strongest event Level Duration
January 8 X2 18 Jan High level 4 h 21 min
February 46 X8.1 1 Feb High level 4 h 36 min
March 10 X1.5 30 Mar High level 2 h 58 min
April 26 X2.5 24 Apr High level 44 min
May 8 M5.8 10 May Moderate level 1 h 6 min
June 15 X1.1 30 Jun High level 1 h 8 min
July 44 X1.3 4 Jul High level 1 h 56 min