Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on July 16, 2017. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2666 | N13 | W45 | 02 | 0010 | Alpha | Jul 13, 2017 | Jul 20, 2017 | Aug 3, 2017 |
| № 2665 | S05 | W55 | 12 | 0380 | Beta | Jul 13, 2017 | Jul 19, 2017 | Aug 2, 2017 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1988 to July 2017. The gray background is the average SSN index.