Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on March 22, 2016. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2524 | N15 | E09 | 04 | 0200 | Beta | Mar 24, 2016 | Mar 31, 2016 | Apr 13, 2016 |
| № 2519 | N04 | W89 | 01 | 0020 | Alpha | Mar 16, 2016 | Mar 23, 2016 | Apr 6, 2016 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1987 to March 2016. The gray background is the average SSN index.