Explore the Wonders of Space Weather!

Join Soli the Solar Beam on an exciting journey through the solar system. Discover how space weather affects our planet and technology in fun, interactive ways!

What is Space Weather?

Space weather is all about the wild and wonderful things happening in space that can affect our planet! From solar flares that create beautiful auroras to solar storms that can affect our technology, space weather is an exciting adventure happening right above our heads.

Understanding space weather helps scientists protect our satellites, power grids, and astronauts in space! It's like having a weather forecast, but for space!

Did you know that the Sun constantly sends out energy and particles into space? When these reach Earth, they can create amazing light shows called auroras, but they can also sometimes disrupt our technology.

Meet Soli the Solar Beam!

Join Soli on an amazing journey through the solar system! Discover how solar energy travels from the Sun to Earth in this fun, illustrated story with voice narration.

Follow Soli as he learns about solar flares, solar wind, and how they create the beautiful Northern Lights. Along the way, he'll meet other space weather phenomena and learn how they affect life on Earth.

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Space Weather Game

Become a space weather scientist! Protect Earth from solar storms and learn about space weather in this exciting game.

Protect Earth from solar storms
Learn how to safeguard satellites
Understand power grid protection
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Space Weather Facts

Did you know space weather affects electricity and GPS? Explore these fascinating facts about how space weather impacts our daily lives.

8.3
Minutes for light to travel from Sun to Earth
1M+
Kilometers per hour - solar wind speed
11
Year solar activity cycle
1859
Year of the largest recorded solar storm
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Space Weather Q&A

Test your knowledge with these fun questions about space weather. How much do you know about what's happening in space?

What causes the Northern Lights?
The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) are created when charged particles from the Sun collide with gases in Earth's atmosphere. These particles are carried by the solar wind and are guided by Earth's magnetic field to the poles.
Can space weather affect my phone?
Yes! During strong solar storms, GPS signals can be disrupted, which might affect navigation apps on your phone. Satellite communications can also be impacted, potentially affecting phone service in some areas.
What is a solar flare?
A solar flare is a sudden flash of increased brightness on the Sun, often associated with sunspots. Flares are enormous explosions that release huge amounts of energy across the electromagnetic spectrum.
How do scientists predict space weather?
Scientists use satellites to monitor the Sun 24/7. They track sunspots, solar flares, and coronal mass ejections. By studying these, they can forecast space weather events and issue warnings when necessary.
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Meet Our Team

Curious about who created this adventure? Meet the scientists, educators, and designers behind the project!

Dr. Stella Nova
Space Scientist

Dr. Nova studies solar activity and its effects on Earth's atmosphere.

Alex Orion
Game Developer

Alex creates fun, educational games about space weather phenomena.

Luna Galaxy
Illustrator

Luna brings space weather concepts to life with beautiful illustrations.

Prof. Cosmo Star
Education Specialist

Prof. Star makes complex space weather concepts easy to understand.

About Our Team