During these phases, sunspots and solar eruptions are uncommon. At this time, the Sun’s magnetic field is mainly dipolar. Signs of magnetic activity at active latitudes become hard to see.

The Sun's periods of rowdy activity may get all the glory, but even in its quieter times, our home star can subtly reshape ...

A 40-year study shows the Sun’s internal structure subtly shifts between quiet cycles, offering clues to future solar ...

Scientists have analyzed more than 40 years of astronomical data to uncover evidence that the sun's internal structure subtly ...

Learn how four decades of solar observations uncovered hidden changes inside the Sun and what they could mean for future ...

The Sun in ultraviolet, as seen by the NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory, during two periods: one the recent solar minimum in around 2019, and the solar maximum that preceded it, when the Sun was much ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. We are currently midway through Solar Cycle 25, the 25th solar cycle since the naming convention began back with Solar Cycle 1 in ...

March 2026 could be a historic moment for stargazers and aurora enthusiasts alike. According to experts, this month might ...

The Sun’s most turbulent phase is no longer a distant forecast. With Solar Cycle 25 in its peak period, scientists expect a greater concentration of eruptions capable of disrupting radio links, ...

The combination of the Spring equinox and the Sun's solar cycle starting towards its minimum means now is the last best time ...