Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on February 18, 2010. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 1049 | S19 | E02 | 12 | 0040 | Beta | Feb 19, 2010 | Feb 26, 2010 | Mar 12, 2010 |
| № 1048 | N20 | E24 | 04 | 0010 | Alpha | Feb 21, 2010 | Feb 28, 2010 | Mar 14, 2010 |
| № 1046 | N22 | W58 | 03 | 0030 | Alpha | Feb 15, 2010 | Feb 21, 2010 | Mar 7, 2010 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1981 to February 2010. The gray background is the average SSN index.
