How magnetic storms affect wellbeing

Some people report headaches, blood-pressure swings, fatigue or anxiety on days with geomagnetic disturbances. The scientific evidence is mixed, so these stories are personal experience, not medical advice.

Most commonly headaches and a feeling of pressure in the temples, fatigue and drowsiness, blood-pressure swings, irritability, anxiety and disrupted sleep.

The Kp index shows the strength of geomagnetic activity. Each story in the feed is tied to that day's Kp index, so you can compare how different people feel at the same storm level.

Common advice is to get enough sleep, stay hydrated, cut down on strain and caffeine, and spend time outdoors. If symptoms are persistent or severe, see a doctor.