Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on September 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4524 | N12 | E80 | 01 | 0030 | Alpha | Sep 9, 2026 | Sep 16, 2026 | Sep 29, 2026 |
| № 4523 | N11 | E51 | 03 | 0030 | Beta | Sep 7, 2026 | Sep 13, 2026 | Sep 27, 2026 |
| № 4522 | N13 | W40 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Aug 31, 2026 | Sep 7, 2026 | Sep 20, 2026 |
| № 4521 | N09 | E41 | 02 | 0080 | Alpha | Sep 6, 2026 | Sep 13, 2026 | Sep 26, 2026 |
| № 4520 | S12 | W31 | 04 | 0010 | Beta | Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 7, 2026 | Sep 21, 2026 |
| № 4518 | N08 | W49 | 02 | 0010 | Alpha | Aug 30, 2026 | Sep 6, 2026 | Sep 19, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to September 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.