Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 5, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2571 | N14 | E23 | 04 | 0010 | Beta | Aug 8, 2016 | Aug 14, 2016 | Aug 28, 2016 |
| № 2570 | N15 | W31 | 03 | 0010 | Beta | Aug 4, 2016 | Aug 10, 2016 | Aug 24, 2016 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1987 to August 2016. The gray background is the average SSN index.
Diary
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