Sunspots and active regions
The following active regions with sunspot groups were visible on the Sun on May 15, 2025. 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| № 4088 | N09 | W39 | 05 | 0010 | Beta | May 13, 2025 | May 20, 2025 | Jun 2, 2025 |
| № 4087 | N15 | E54 | 05 | 0200 | Beta-Gamma-Delta | May 20, 2025 | May 27, 2025 | Jun 9, 2025 |
| № 4085 | N03 | W28 | 02 | 0010 | Beta | May 14, 2025 | May 21, 2025 | Jun 3, 2025 |
| № 4082 | S09 | W76 | 01 | 0040 | Alpha | May 10, 2025 | May 17, 2025 | May 30, 2025 |
Solar cycle progression
The average monthly sunspot number (SSN) from January 1996 to May 2025. The gray background is the average SSN index.