02.02.2026
An X8.1 level flare occurred on the Sun
02.02.2026
Over the past 24 hours (Moscow time), 17 strong flares—level M and higher—were recorded. Over the past decade, since January 1, 2015, only one day has been found with a greater number of events—December 29, 2024. The second-highest number of events in the decade is now February 1, 2026—the day just ended.
01.02.2026
The second highest-class X solar flare has been recorded this year. The previous event was observed on January 18th. The flare's magnitude was X1.04.