Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on July 21, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4494 | S04 | E65 | 03 | 0050 | Beta | Jul 27, 2026 | Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 16, 2026 |
| № 4493 | N05 | W05 | 30 | 0300 | Beta-Gamma-Delta | Jul 22, 2026 | Jul 28, 2026 | Aug 11, 2026 |
| № 4492 | N16 | E45 | 09 | 0250 | Alpha | Jul 25, 2026 | Aug 1, 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 |
| № 4489 | S07 | W41 | 06 | 0060 | Beta | Jul 19, 2026 | Jul 26, 2026 | Aug 8, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to July 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
