Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on February 29, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2508 | N07 | E09 | 03 | 0010 | Beta | Mar 2, 2016 | Mar 8, 2016 | Mar 22, 2016 |
| № 2506 | S05 | W07 | 15 | 0110 | Beta-Gamma | Feb 29, 2016 | Mar 7, 2016 | Mar 21, 2016 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1987 to February 2016. The gray background is the average SSN index.
