Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 22, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4444 | S20 | E55 | 04 | 0120 | Beta | May 27, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | Jun 17, 2026 |
| № 4443 | S16 | W03 | 06 | 0040 | Beta | May 23, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Jun 12, 2026 |
| № 4441 | N08 | W56 | 15 | 0130 | Beta-Gamma | May 19, 2026 | May 25, 2026 | Jun 8, 2026 |
| № 4439 | N06 | W15 | 02 | 0010 | Beta | May 22, 2026 | May 28, 2026 | Jun 11, 2026 |
| № 4436 | N18 | W102 | 03 | 0100 | Beta | May 15, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | Jun 5, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to May 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
