Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 27, 2018. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2720 | N08 | W55 | 05 | 0060 | Beta | Aug 24, 2018 | Aug 31, 2018 | Sep 13, 2018 |
| № 2719 | S06 | W53 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Aug 24, 2018 | Aug 31, 2018 | Sep 13, 2018 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1989 to August 2018. The gray background is the average SSN index.