Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on February 26, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2506 | S07 | E35 | 05 | 0030 | Beta | Mar 1, 2016 | Mar 7, 2016 | Mar 21, 2016 |
| № 2501 | N04 | W73 | 01 | 0020 | Alpha | Feb 22, 2016 | Feb 28, 2016 | Mar 13, 2016 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1987 to February 2016. The gray background is the average SSN index.