Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 10, 2018. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2709 | N05 | E53 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | May 15, 2018 | May 22, 2018 | Jun 4, 2018 |
| № 2708 | S10 | W12 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | May 10, 2018 | May 17, 2018 | May 30, 2018 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1989 to May 2018. The gray background is the average SSN index.
