Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4503 | S17 | E37 | 04 | 0015 | Beta | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 17, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| № 4502 | S07 | W57 | 05 | 0050 | Beta | Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 23, 2026 |
| № 4501 | S07 | W101 | 01 | 0030 | Alpha | Jul 31, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | Aug 20, 2026 |
| № 4500 | N19 | W57 | 03 | 0010 | Alpha | Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 24, 2026 |
| № 4499 | N04 | W99 | 06 | 0020 | Beta | Jul 31, 2026 | Aug 7, 2026 | Aug 20, 2026 |
| № 4498 | N14 | W60 | 03 | 0070 | Alpha | Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 23, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to August 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
