Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on October 24, 2009. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 1029 | N14 | E14 | 09 | 0050 | Beta | Oct 26, 2009 | Nov 2, 2009 | Nov 16, 2009 |
| № 1028 | N27 | E16 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Oct 26, 2009 | Nov 2, 2009 | Nov 16, 2009 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1980 to October 2009. The gray background is the average SSN index.