Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 11, 2026. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4508 | N06 | E72 | 02 | 0130 | Alpha | Aug 17, 2026 | Aug 24, 2026 | Sep 7, 2026 |
| № 4507 | N04 | E45 | 08 | 0030 | Beta | Aug 15, 2026 | Aug 22, 2026 | Sep 5, 2026 |
| № 4506 | N11 | E28 | 06 | 0010 | Beta | Aug 14, 2026 | Aug 21, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 |
| № 4505 | N15 | W104 | 05 | 0050 | Beta | Aug 4, 2026 | Aug 11, 2026 | Aug 24, 2026 |
| № 4503 | S17 | W24 | 06 | 0010 | Beta | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 17, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to August 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.