These solar particles are then blasted into space, which can sometimes hit Earth.
Astronomers revealed the spot is growing on the southern hemisphere of the Sun and could grow to a point where it releases a solar flare.
Astronomy site Space Weather said: A new sunspot is emerging in the sun s southern hemisphere, right here. So far it is small and quiet, posing no threat for strong flares.
Sunspot opening on the surface of the Sun and could spark solar flare, NASA images show (Image: NASA)
A sunspot has been opening on the surface of our Sun (Image: NASA) If the region continues to grow, it will likely be assigned an official number (AR2802) later today.