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Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 8, 1996. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 7962 | S05 | E67 | 04 | 0110 | BETA | May 14, 1996 | May 21, 1996 | Jun 3, 1996 |
| № 7961 | N16 | W13 | 03 | 0000 | ALPHA | May 8, 1996 | May 15, 1996 | May 29, 1996 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1967 to May 1996. The gray background is the average SSN index.
