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Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 17, 1996. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 7984 | N29 | W01 | 05 | 0020 | BETA | Aug 18, 1996 | Aug 25, 1996 | Sep 8, 1996 |
| № 7982 | N08 | W102 | 01 | 0000 | ALPHA | Aug 10, 1996 | Aug 17, 1996 | Aug 31, 1996 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1967 to August 1996. The gray background is the average SSN index.
