Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 19, 2016. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2546 | S07 | E20 | 02 | 0480 | Beta | May 21, 2016 | May 28, 2016 | Jun 11, 2016 |
| № 2544 | N21 | W54 | 06 | 0110 | Beta | May 16, 2016 | May 23, 2016 | Jun 5, 2016 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1987 to May 2016. The gray background is the average SSN index.