Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on March 16, 2018. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2701 | S12 | W06 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Mar 16, 2018 | Mar 23, 2018 | Apr 6, 2018 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1989 to March 2018. The gray background is the average SSN index.
