The night sky has been full of wonders this month. Just a few days ago, stargazers witnessed a total lunar eclipse or Blood Moon, and now it is time for another cosmic spectacle: the final solar eclipse of 2025. Unlike a total eclipse, where the Sun is completely hidden, this will be a partial solar eclipse, meaning the Moon will cover only a part of the Sun. Such events are not only a treat for astronomy lovers but also a reminder of the beautiful movements of celestial bodies that we often take for granted.
Here’s everything you need to know about this Surya Grahan, including its date, timings and more.
The partial solar eclipse will take place today, i.e., on September 21. According to Indian Standard Time (IST), the eclipse will start at 10:59 PM, reach its peak at 1:11 AM on September 22, and end at 3:23 AM. The Moon will block up to 85 percent of the Sun’s disk, creating a spectacular sight in some parts of the world.
Sadly, this eclipse won’t be visible in India. Since the Sun will already have set during this time, skywatchers here will miss out on viewing the event directly. However, interested people can still enjoy the phenomenon through live global webcasts and images shared by observatories in the Southern Hemisphere.
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The partial solar eclipse will mainly be visible across the Southern Hemisphere. Key locations include Australia and New Zealand, which are expected to witness some of the clearest and most impressive views. Antarctica, where the Moon will cover nearly the entire Sun in some regions. Pacific islands, where the sky will dim noticeably during the eclipse. Regions such as India, Europe, Africa, and the Americas will not see this solar eclipse at all.
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The next solar eclipse will be visible in India on August 2, 2027. On that day, a partial eclipse will be seen across the country in the late afternoon and evening, giving Indian viewers a chance to witness this rare celestial event.