Surya Grahan or Solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun obscuring completely or partially, the light of the Sun from reaching Earth. The solar eclipse of the year 2025 is one heavenly occurrence which will excite all sky-watchers everywhere. The unique sight of the events when these three bodies align shall cause a temporary darkening of the Sun’s disc.
When is the Solar Eclipse of September 2025?
The solar eclipse of 2025 will be on September 21 and is expected to start near 17:29 UTC (10:59 pm IST), reach maximum at around 19:41 UTC (1:11 am IST) and end at about 21:53 UTC (3:23 am IST). This means a total duration of about 4 hours 20 or 25 minutes although it can vary according to your location. There are zones and limits for watching where these eclipses can be seen.
The Moon will sweep across the face of the Sun that day, casting a shadow that will be visible from certain regional areas on Earth. The solar eclipse will happen during a defined time frame with a maximum eclipse around noon UT and depending on the observer’s position.
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Where Will This Eclipse Be Seen Across the World?
The solar eclipse in September 2025 will be visible from areas across Europe, Northern Africa and Western Asia. Spain, France and parts of the Middle East are expected to see it partially. The extent of coverage will be different for several places and with a few witnessing a far greater obscuration of the Sun than others.
Why It’s Called a Partial Solar Eclipse?
The eclipse is defined as a partial solar eclipse since the Moon will not in any way obscure the complete disk of the Sun. In a total eclipse all of the Sun is lost to view. In a partial eclipse the Moon only obscures a part of the Sun. This creates a crescent Sun in the sky, which is safely observed with adequate eye-protection.
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Will India See Any Solar Eclipse Soon?
India will miss out on the solar eclipse of September 2025 since it lies outside the path of visibility for this eclipse. Other solar eclipses are expected to occur in the near future over India, one of them being a partial solar eclipse on August 2, 2027, and a total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, seen from its northern region.
What Eclipses After 2025?
Several solar and lunar eclipses are lined up for the following years, once the 2025 event has passed. A total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, which will be visible in parts of the Arctic and northern Asia and a partial solar eclipse on February 17, 2026, are the major highlights. These events will have astronomy buffs and enthusiasts gripped.
The solar eclipse of September 2025 is a remarkable cosmic event to clearly see the mechanics of our solar system in play. While the eclipse may not be in view from India, all enthusiastic amateurs will be encouraged to watch this partial darkening of the Sun.
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Disclaimer: Observe solar eclipses only with proper eye protection. Check local timings and safety guidelines before attempting to view the eclipse.
