A partial solar eclipse will take place on September 21. In this event, the Moon will cover part of the Sun, creating a unique celestial sight. However, skywatchers in India will miss it. The timing of the eclipse means the Sun will have already set here.
Timings of the Eclipse
According to Space.com, the partial solar eclipse will begin at 1:29 pm EDT (10:59 pm IST). It will reach its maximum phase at 3:41 pm EDT (1:11 am IST), when the Moon will cover the largest portion of the Sun. The eclipse will end at 5:53 pm EDT (3:23 am IST).
Where Will the Eclipse Be Visible?
The September 21 eclipse will be visible in the Southern Hemisphere. People across Australia, Antarctica, and large parts of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans will witness this rare event. However, skywatchers in Asia, Africa, and America will miss it. Since the eclipse will happen at night for India, people here will not be able to see it.
Why Won’t It Be Visible in India?
The timing of the eclipse is the main reason. By the time the Moon moves in front of the Sun, the Sun will have already set in India. As a result, the skies will be dark, and the eclipse will go unseen from the country.
What Is a Partial Solar Eclipse?
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun. Depending on the alignment, the eclipse may be total, annular, hybrid, or partial. The September 21 eclipse will be partial, which means the Moon will block only a part of the Sun’s surface. Observers in visible regions will see the Sun appear partly covered.
This will also be the last solar eclipse of 2025.
When Is the Next Solar Eclipse?
The next solar eclipse will occur on February 15, 2026. It will be an annular solar eclipse, also known as the “ring of fire.” This eclipse will be visible in parts of Antarctica, Africa, South America, the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Indian Ocean.
However, similar to the September 21 event, this eclipse will also not be visible in India.
