Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on January 7, 2006. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 845 | N18 | E72 | 02 | 0050 | Beta | Jan 13, 2006 | Jan 20, 2006 | Feb 3, 2006 |
| № 843 | N12 | W77 | 02 | 0010 | Alpha | Jan 2, 2006 | Jan 9, 2006 | Jan 23, 2006 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1977 to January 2006. The gray background is the average SSN index.