A series of magnetic storms will hit Nizhny Novgorod in May.

      On May 2, 2026, at 13:35, Society A series of magnetic storms is expected for Nizhny Novgorod residents in May, as reported on the website my-calend.ru. After a relatively calm start to the month, the geomagnetic situation will begin to gradually worsen. The first noticeable surge in activity is forecasted for May 6, with the storm's strength potentially reaching 6 points. After this, the disturbances will weaken slightly, and by the holidays, the indicators will return to calmer levels of around 2-3 points. The main peak of geomagnetic activity is expected in the middle of the month. A series of storms will unfold from May 14 to 16: strengthening will begin on May 14, and on May 15 and 16, the intensity will reach 5 points. After a brief decline, another surge is forecasted for May 23, reaching up to 4 points, after which activity will quickly decrease to minimal values. By the end of the month, the geomagnetic background will become predominantly calm. During periods of increased geomagnetic activity, it is recommended that weather-sensitive individuals reduce physical and emotional stress. On such days, headaches, pressure spikes, and increased fatigue may occur. Earlier, Nizhny Novgorod residents were warned about dangerous perfumes. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+.