Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on September 23, 2012. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 1577 | N08 | E43 | 04 | 0020 | Beta | Sep 27, 2012 | Oct 4, 2012 | Oct 18, 2012 |
| № 1576 | S21 | E30 | 02 | 0050 | Beta | Sep 26, 2012 | Oct 3, 2012 | Oct 17, 2012 |
| № 1575 | N08 | E24 | 10 | 0320 | Beta-Gamma | Sep 26, 2012 | Oct 3, 2012 | Oct 16, 2012 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1983 to September 2012. The gray background is the average SSN index.
