Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on October 6, 2026. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4549 | N10 | E03 | 16 | 0060 | Beta-Gamma-Delta | Oct 7, 2026 | Oct 14, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 |
| № 4548 | S12 | E27 | 01 | 0040 | Alpha | Oct 9, 2026 | Oct 16, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 |
| № 4547 | N15 | W57 | 08 | 0030 | Beta | Oct 3, 2026 | Oct 9, 2026 | Oct 23, 2026 |
| № 4545 | N19 | W04 | 12 | 0050 | Beta | Oct 7, 2026 | Oct 13, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to October 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.