Interesting article in a recent issue of the journal Science discussing the recent National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) meeting in March and the prediction for Cycle 25. Lots of interesting details on what drives the cycle as well. Including general descriptions of the various types of models used to predict sunspots/solar activity. According to the article about 60 models were used to develop the consensus cycle 25 prediction. No subscription required. Scientists tackle a burning question: When will our quiet sun turn violent? https://www.sciencemag.org/news/201...question-when-will-our-quiet-sun-turn-violent