Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on March 8, 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4386 | N17 | W87 | 01 | 0010 | Beta | Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 9, 2026 | Mar 23, 2026 |
| № 4385 | S08 | W12 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Mar 8, 2026 | Mar 15, 2026 | Mar 28, 2026 |
| № 4384 | N09 | W02 | 09 | 0270 | Beta | Mar 9, 2026 | Mar 16, 2026 | Mar 29, 2026 |
| № 4381 | N08 | W26 | 11 | 0170 | Beta | Mar 7, 2026 | Mar 14, 2026 | Mar 27, 2026 |
| № 4378 | N16 | W60 | 02 | 0240 | Beta | Mar 4, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 25, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to March 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
