Joint USAF/NOAA Report of Solar and Geophysical Activity SDF Number 277 Issued at 2200Z on 03 Oct 2012 IA. Analysis of Solar Active Regions and Activity from 02/2100Z to 03/2100Z: Solar activity was very low. No significant activity occurred during the period. IB. Solar Activity Forecast: Solar activity is expected to be very low to low for the next 3 days (4-6 October). IIA. Geophysical Activity Summary 02/2100Z to 03/2100Z: The geomagnetic field began the current UTC day with an isolated unsettled period due to an extended interval of negative Bz. Otherwise, the field was quiet. IIB. Geophysical Activity Forecast: The geomagnetic field is expected to be mostly quiet for the next 3 days (4-6 October).