Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on January 9, 2008. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 980 | S08 | W23 | 06 | 0020 | Alpha | Jan 8, 2008 | Jan 15, 2008 | Jan 29, 2008 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1979 to January 2008. The gray background is the average SSN index.