Tromso Norway Geophysical Observatory: Proton FluxThis link takes you to the Norwegian Center for Space Weather's Proton Flux graphs, providing information about solar radiation storms from minor-to-severe in both 24-hour and 48-hour time spans. Why we like it: It's the easiest to read of the many proton flux graphing tools we've examined. It also provides quarterly reports of Solar Energetic Particles (SEPs) vs. Time. See the link below to view by the quarter.
Norwegian Center for Space Weather (NOSWE) Quarterly reportsHere's a cool tool for comparing space weather events over a longer time period of three months. View graphs of Proton Flux vs. Time, X-ray Flux vs. Time, Sunspot Numbers, solar flares, and geomagnetic conditions. Students could work in groups to look for patterns in the data quarter-by-quarter. Can they find connections between proton flux levels and sunspot activity? Between proton flux levels and solar flares?
NOAA Space Weather Prediction CenterThis is the home page for SWPC, the Space Weather Prediction Center that tracks, classifies, and shares data about solar radiation events, including solar flares, coronal mass ejections, sunspot cycles, and issues warnings when Solar Energetic Particle (SEP) values exceed thresholds of radiation considered safe for satellites and astronauts. The Center also tracks geomagnetic storms that could impact Earth GPS systems and space weather that could impair high frequency radio communications or cause blackouts. You'll also find a trove of information about the Sun's structure, solar phenomena, and space weather research. If you want to find high-quality forecasts for aurora events, this is the place.