Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on February 5, 2012. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 1414 | S06 | W19 | 02 | 0010 | Beta | Feb 5, 2012 | Feb 11, 2012 | Feb 25, 2012 |
| № 1413 | N07 | W47 | 09 | 0070 | Beta | Feb 2, 2012 | Feb 9, 2012 | Feb 23, 2012 |
| № 1410 | N16 | W44 | 02 | 0190 | Beta | Feb 3, 2012 | Feb 9, 2012 | Feb 23, 2012 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1983 to February 2012. The gray background is the average SSN index.