Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 17, 2021. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2822 | N17 | W47 | 01 | 0050 | Alpha | May 14, 2021 | May 21, 2021 | Jun 4, 2021 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1992 to May 2021. The gray background is the average SSN index.
