Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on January 8, 2005. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 718 | S09 | E80 | 01 | 0060 | Alpha | Jan 15, 2005 | Jan 22, 2005 | Feb 4, 2005 |
| № 715 | N06 | W57 | 01 | 0020 | Alpha | Jan 5, 2005 | Jan 11, 2005 | Jan 25, 2005 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1976 to January 2005. The gray background is the average SSN index.