Have you ever found yourself marvelling at the wonder of a solar eclipse? This fascinating celestial event, where the Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun, either partially or fully, is more than just a spectacle. It’s a blend of science, culture, and natural beauty that leaves people across the globe in awe. If you’re eager to know when and where the next solar eclipse will occur, I’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about the solar eclipses in 2025.
Mark your calendars for March 29, 2025, when a partial solar eclipse will grace the skies. This event will be visible across many regions, including parts of Europe, northern Asia, northern and western Africa, most of North America, and some areas in northern South America, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Arctic region.
Specific countries where this partial eclipse can be seen include Bermuda, Portugal, Canada, the USA, Morocco, Spain, Greenland, Ireland, France, the United Kingdom, Iceland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Faroe Islands, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia.
Unfortunately, for those in India, this solar eclipse will not be visible.
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Later in the year, another partial solar eclipse will occur on September 21, 2025. This time, the southern parts of Australia, the Pacific, the Atlantic, and Antarctica will experience the event.
Regions and countries where the eclipse can be seen include Tuvalu, Tokelau, Wallis and Futuna, Samoa, American Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Niue, Tahiti, French Polynesia, Cook Islands, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Australia, and McMurdo Station in Antarctica.
Again, this eclipse won’t be visible in India.
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If you’re in one of the lucky regions, make sure to safely enjoy the spectacle. For those unable to see it directly, live streams and updates from space agencies are excellent ways to stay connected to this universal marvel.