Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 19, 2026. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4443 | S16 | E33 | 01 | 0005 | Alpha | May 23, 2026 | May 30, 2026 | Jun 12, 2026 |
| № 4441 | N07 | W19 | 08 | 0085 | Beta | May 19, 2026 | May 26, 2026 | Jun 8, 2026 |
| № 4440 | N17 | E25 | 02 | 0020 | Alpha | May 22, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Jun 12, 2026 |
| № 4439 | N06 | E26 | 05 | 0050 | Beta | May 22, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Jun 12, 2026 |
| № 4436 | N18 | W68 | 06 | 0085 | Beta | May 15, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | Jun 5, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to May 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
