Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on October 12, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4554 | N07 | E61 | 03 | 0020 | Beta | Oct 18, 2026 | Oct 24, 2026 | Nov 7, 2026 |
| № 4553 | N07 | E47 | 04 | 0010 | Beta | Oct 17, 2026 | Oct 23, 2026 | Nov 6, 2026 |
| № 4551 | S15 | E34 | 13 | 0400 | Beta | Oct 16, 2026 | Oct 22, 2026 | Nov 5, 2026 |
| № 4549 | N09 | W81 | 08 | 0180 | Beta-Delta | Oct 7, 2026 | Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 |
| № 4548 | S13 | W53 | 02 | 0030 | Alpha | Oct 9, 2026 | Oct 16, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 |
| № 4545 | N17 | W86 | 02 | 0010 | Beta | Oct 6, 2026 | Oct 13, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to October 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
