Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on September 23, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2596 | N05 | W56 | 03 | 0030 | Beta | Sep 20, 2016 | Sep 26, 2016 | Oct 10, 2016 |
| № 2593 | N08 | W43 | 07 | 0070 | Beta | Sep 21, 2016 | Sep 27, 2016 | Oct 11, 2016 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1987 to September 2016. The gray background is the average SSN index.
