Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on January 3, 2022. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2922 | S17 | W00 | 02 | 0020 | Beta | Jan 4, 2022 | Jan 11, 2022 | Jan 24, 2022 |
| № 2916 | S18 | W72 | 03 | 0320 | Beta | Dec 29, 2021 | Jan 5, 2022 | Jan 19, 2022 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1993 to January 2022. The gray background is the average SSN index.