Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on February 16, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4377 | N08 | E57 | 08 | 0050 | Beta-Delta | Feb 21, 2026 | Feb 28, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 |
| № 4376 | N13 | E43 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 |
| № 4375 | N16 | E20 | 01 | 0020 | Alpha | Feb 18, 2026 | Feb 25, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 |
| № 4374 | N10 | W09 | 02 | 0200 | Alpha | Feb 16, 2026 | Feb 23, 2026 | Mar 9, 2026 |
| № 4373 | N09 | W54 | 03 | 0130 | Alpha | Feb 13, 2026 | Feb 20, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to February 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
