Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4436 | N19 | E39 | 05 | 0200 | Beta-Gamma | May 16, 2026 | May 23, 2026 | Jun 6, 2026 |
| № 4435 | N23 | W31 | 01 | 0040 | Alpha | May 11, 2026 | May 18, 2026 | Jun 1, 2026 |
| № 4433 | S17 | W41 | 05 | 0050 | Beta | May 10, 2026 | May 17, 2026 | May 31, 2026 |
| № 4432 | N14 | W72 | 17 | 0680 | Beta-Gamma | May 8, 2026 | May 15, 2026 | May 28, 2026 |
| № 4431 | S16 | W92 | 01 | 0060 | Alpha | May 6, 2026 | May 13, 2026 | May 27, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to May 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
