Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 18, 2018. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2718 | S07 | E06 | 01 | 0020 | Alpha | Aug 20, 2018 | Aug 27, 2018 | Sep 9, 2018 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1989 to August 2018. The gray background is the average SSN index.
