[CQ-Contest] NASA Solar Cycle 25 Forecast: this is not good news...

[donovanf at starpower.net]

Using currently available observational data, predictions and 
prediction uncertainties have been calculated for Solar Cycle 25. 
The results, based on both the sunspot number series and observed 
magnetic fields, indicate that the upcoming Solar Maximum 
(Solar Cycle 25) is expected to be significantly weaker than that 
of the current cycle (which near its end). The model results show 
that a deep extended solar activity minimum is expected in about 
2019-2021, the maximum will occur in 2024 – 2025, and the 
sunspot number at the maximum will be about 50 with an error 
estimate of ~15-30%. The maximum will likely have a double peak 
or show extended high activity over 2 – 2.5-years. 


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