August 30, 2015: filaments galore

[michael.h.f.wilkinson]

Just had a peek at the sun with the SolarMax-II 60mm, and the disk is riddled with filaments. The proms on the eastern limb are still going strong, but the hedgerow to the north seems to be lifting a little, and grows fainter. The large complex prom in the south seems to be growing brighter, and some low structures seem to be appearing behind it on the limb. Maybe a big AR lurks there.

Several plage areas are also present.

[Pete Presland]

Let's hope so fingers crossed for some clear skies in the UK as well.

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[Owmuchonomy]

Nothing but the grey stuff here!

[David Smith]

Good report Michael. Not much chance of getting a look here today

[Floater]

Got some good viewing in myself earlier, Michael. As you report, lots of interesting filaments all over the disc.

Very little, if any, sunspot activity, though. Prolly suffering from withdrawal since the huge AR2403 has gone 'over the edge' but I could see nothing at all in white light. Ha views made sure there was no disappointment, however. :-))

[michael.h.f.wilkinson]

Had another look. The proms on the northeastern limb doesn't seem to want to lift off, but a thin prom is visible just about where AR2403 turned the corner.

[paulastro]

Thanks Michael.  It looks like Tuesday before i'll have a chance of a view 

[michael.h.f.wilkinson]

No luck imaging here, alas. Won't be able to image all of the coming week. Still pleased with the views I got.

[Dave In Vermont]

Currently we're clouded over. But supposed to clear out and give us 4(!) clear nights. With low temperatures in the mid 60'sF.

If you don't have this bookmarked already, here's an excellent web-site for us who enjoy solar astronomy and auroras too:

http://www.spaceweather.com/

Sunny days,

Dave

[michael.h.f.wilkinson]

Currently we're clouded over. But supposed to clear out and give us 4(!) clear nights. With low temperatures in the mid 60'sF.

If you don't have this bookmarked already, here's an excellent web-site for us who enjoy solar astronomy and auroras too:

http://www.spaceweather.com/

Sunny days,

Dave

Very useful site, indeed. Unfortunately, the Netherlands are not well-placed for aurora watching. I had hoped for a chance in Scotland, but neither the sun nor the weather were cooperative (no surprises there, then )