Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 1, 2006. Coordinates are given as of the end of the day.
| Group ID | Location | Number of sunspots | Area (msh) | Type | CM Passage | Disappearance (W90) | Reappearance (W270) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 878 | N14 | E62 | 03 | 0060 | Beta | May 7, 2006 | May 13, 2006 | May 27, 2006 |
| № 876 | S11 | E10 | 09 | 0070 | Beta-Gamma | May 3, 2006 | May 9, 2006 | May 23, 2006 |
| № 875 | S08 | W19 | 20 | 0340 | Beta-Gamma | Apr 30, 2006 | May 7, 2006 | May 21, 2006 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1977 to May 2006. The gray background is the average SSN index.
