Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on March 2, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4384 | N10 | E75 | 01 | 0220 | Alpha | Mar 9, 2026 | Mar 15, 2026 | Mar 29, 2026 |
| № 4383 | N15 | W10 | 03 | 0020 | Beta | Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 9, 2026 | Mar 23, 2026 |
| № 4382 | N22 | W48 | 04 | 0020 | Beta | Feb 27, 2026 | Mar 6, 2026 | Mar 20, 2026 |
| № 4381 | N08 | E55 | 06 | 0200 | Beta | Mar 7, 2026 | Mar 14, 2026 | Mar 27, 2026 |
| № 4380 | S21 | E35 | 10 | 0080 | Beta | Mar 6, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 | Mar 26, 2026 |
| № 4378 | N16 | E21 | 01 | 0270 | Alpha | Mar 5, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 25, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to March 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.