Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on January 20, 2009. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 1011 | S12 | W25 | 03 | 0010 | Beta | Jan 19, 2009 | Jan 26, 2009 | Feb 9, 2009 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1980 to January 2009. The gray background is the average SSN index.
