Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on August 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4504 | S18 | E33 | 04 | 0010 | Gamma | Aug 11, 2026 | Aug 18, 2026 | Sep 1, 2026 |
| № 4503 | S16 | E12 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 17, 2026 | Aug 30, 2026 |
| № 4502 | S07 | W78 | 03 | 0010 | Beta | Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 23, 2026 |
| № 4500 | N19 | W78 | 01 | 0010 | Alpha | Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 24, 2026 |
| № 4498 | N14 | W81 | 03 | 0030 | Alpha | Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Aug 23, 2026 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1997 to August 2026. The gray background is the average SSN index.
