Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 5, 2005. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 758 | S07 | E52 | 18 | 0250 | Beta | May 10, 2005 | May 17, 2005 | May 30, 2005 |
| № 757 | S05 | W78 | 01 | 0030 | Alpha | Apr 30, 2005 | May 7, 2005 | May 20, 2005 |
| № 756 | S07 | W51 | 12 | 0760 | Beta-Delta | May 2, 2005 | May 9, 2005 | May 22, 2005 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1976 to May 2005. The gray background is the average SSN index.
