Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 22, 2006. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 905 | S08 | E76 | 03 | 0100 | Beta | Aug 29, 2006 | Sep 4, 2006 | Sep 18, 2006 |
| № 904 | S12 | W86 | 01 | 0180 | Alpha | Aug 16, 2006 | Aug 23, 2006 | Sep 6, 2006 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1977 to August 2006. The gray background is the average SSN index.