Solar Conditions

Real-time propagation data — know when the bands are open before you key up.

Current Solar Indices


Propagation Tools

VOACAP Online

Point-to-point HF propagation prediction. Great for planning a DXpedition or contest effort.

VOACAP.com

DX Maps

Real time propagation maps showing active paths based on cluster spots and RBN data.

DXMaps.com

HF MUF Map

Real time propagation map displays MUF conditions on amateur radio bands 1.8 to 50.4 MHz.

hf.DXView.org

NOAA Radio Comm Dashboard

Charts for D Region Absorption Prediction, Space Weather Overview, Auroral Forecast, and GOES-19 Solar Ultraviolet Imager.

SWPC.NOAA.gov

NOAA Planetary K-index

Estimated Planetary K-Index - 3 Hour Data

K-index below 3 generally indicates good HF conditions; above 4 may indicate disruptions.

SWPC.NOAA.gov

PSK Reporter

An interactive online map that displays real-time reception reports with user selectable filters

PSKReporter.info