Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on December 16, 2004. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 711 | N13 | W86 | 04 | 0150 | Beta-Gamma | Dec 10, 2004 | Dec 17, 2004 | Dec 31, 2004 |
| № 710 | S08 | W44 | 04 | 0020 | Beta | Dec 14, 2004 | Dec 20, 2004 | Jan 3, 2005 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1975 to December 2004. The gray background is the average SSN index.
