Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 4, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 3004 | S15 | W00 | 21 | 0100 | Beta | May 5, 2022 | May 12, 2022 | May 25, 2022 |
| № 3001 | S31 | W12 | 01 | 0080 | Alpha | May 4, 2022 | May 11, 2022 | May 25, 2022 |
| № 2999 | S20 | W52 | 01 | 0090 | Alpha | May 1, 2022 | May 8, 2022 | May 22, 2022 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1993 to May 2022. The gray background is the average SSN index.