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6m Propagation Conditions

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Geomagnetic Conditions QUIET

0.0

Kp Index

342

Solar Wind

km/s

4.11

Auroral / 6m Potential LOW

1.72

Low indication of auroral 6m propagation

Southward Bz increases coupling between the solar wind and Earth's magnetic field and can increase the potential for auroral propagation on 6 metres.

Solar Forecast

Geomagnetic Activity

Auroral Propagation Meter 2%

Poor

QUIET

Kp Index	0.0
Solar Wind	341.5 km/s
Density	0.56 p/cm³
IMF Bz	1.72 nT
IMF Bt	4.11 nT
Temperature	92,443 K

Updated:
2026-08-26 20:10:02 UTC

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