Last Solar Eclipse of 2025 today: India to miss spectacle, know when and where to watch and safety tips
The final solar eclipse of the year will occur on Sunday, September 21, and skywatchers in certain regions of the world are preparing to witness it. As reported by space.com, the eclipse will be visible in Antarctica from 4:49 a.m. to 6:53 p.m. (local time), in Australia from 6:13 a.m. to 7:36 a.m., and in New Zealand from 5:41 a.m. to 8:36 a.m.
Where will it be visible?
This partial solar eclipse can be seen from Antarctica, Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Ocean, and the Atlantic Ocean. It will not be visible in India, since by that time the Sun would have already set. Indian astronomy enthusiasts can still watch it via online live streams.
Will it be visible in India?
No, the eclipse will not be seen in India because it takes place after sunset.
Next solar eclipse
This is the last eclipse of 2025. The next one is scheduled for February 17, 2026—an annular solar eclipse visible in Antarctica, with a partial eclipse observable in Africa, South America, and parts of the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans. Later in August 2026, a total solar eclipse will also occur.
How to watch safely
Eye protection is crucial while viewing a solar eclipse. Regular sunglasses are not safe; only certified eclipse glasses with special solar filters should be used. These glasses must remain on except during the brief period of totality, when the Moon completely covers the Sun.
- With inputs from agencies
