SpaceWeatherLive
Solar flares, sunspot counts and geomagnetic storm levels in real time, plus the aurora forecast that decides whether tonight is worth the drive.
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How to get the most from it
SpaceWeatherLive sits in Live Earth Maps under Wander, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and beautiful.
About this category: Live data drawn on a map: storms, earthquakes, lightning, shipping, wildlife. Open one and the planet stops being an abstraction.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Giving your brain a workout
- Looking at something lovely
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
SpaceWeatherLive: quick answers
Is SpaceWeatherLive free?
Yes. SpaceWeatherLive is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use SpaceWeatherLive?
No. You can use SpaceWeatherLive without signing up for anything.
Does SpaceWeatherLive work on a phone?
Yes. SpaceWeatherLive works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is SpaceWeatherLive safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does SpaceWeatherLive take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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