Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 2, 2006. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 878 | N14 | E47 | 03 | 0070 | Beta | May 6, 2006 | May 13, 2006 | May 27, 2006 |
| № 876 | S15 | W06 | 09 | 0070 | Beta | May 2, 2006 | May 9, 2006 | May 23, 2006 |
| № 875 | S11 | W32 | 09 | 0150 | Beta-Gamma | May 1, 2006 | May 7, 2006 | May 21, 2006 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1977 to May 2006. The gray background is the average SSN index.
