The upcoming partial solar eclipse on March 29 is the perfect time to watch the moon hide and then reveal dark patches on the ...
Even if the specific monthly peak of the cycle has passed, it doesn't mean solar activity is over. Strong solar activity ...
The sun has somewhat surprised forecasters today with a dramatic X-class solar flare from a newly emerging sunspot region.The ...
Astronomers track the sun's 11-year cycle by counting sunspots. Also, we're expecting a strong geomagnetic storm and aurora ...
A big freckle or a sunspot? A flat mole or a dark freckle? Here’s how to tell the difference between the three – and when to ...
Think of it like this: it's the solar system's version of dimming the lights at a concert so you can finally see the stage ...
On the sun's surface, regions of concentrated magnetic fields manifest themselves as dark sunspots. Above sunspots, active regions in the sun's atmosphere produce solar flares and coronal mass ...
As well as up to 94% of the sun being blocked by the moon, sky-watchers will see sunspots on the solar surface. As well as a bonus sight for anyone watching through solar eclipse glasses ...