Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 1, 2021. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2821 | S21 | W87 | 01 | 0030 | Alpha | Apr 25, 2021 | May 2, 2021 | May 16, 2021 |
| № 2820 | S22 | W69 | 03 | 0020 | Beta | Apr 27, 2021 | May 3, 2021 | May 17, 2021 |
| № 2818 | S16 | W65 | 01 | 0020 | Alpha | Apr 27, 2021 | May 4, 2021 | May 17, 2021 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1992 to May 2021. The gray background is the average SSN index.
