Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 16, 2007. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 956 | N02 | E50 | 14 | 0130 | Beta-Gamma | May 21, 2007 | May 27, 2007 | Jun 10, 2007 |
| № 955 | S07 | W56 | 03 | 0010 | Beta | May 13, 2007 | May 19, 2007 | Jun 2, 2007 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1978 to May 2007. The gray background is the average SSN index.