Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on September 7, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 2588 | N12 | E09 | 02 | 0010 | Beta | Sep 9, 2016 | Sep 15, 2016 | Sep 29, 2016 |
| № 2585 | N07 | W10 | 10 | 0400 | Beta-Gamma | Sep 7, 2016 | Sep 14, 2016 | Sep 28, 2016 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1987 to September 2016. The gray background is the average SSN index.