Skywatchers in Australia, Antarctica, and the Pacific Can Witness This Celestial Event
Final Solar Eclipse of 2025 to Occur Tomorrow Night
Skywatchers are in for one last celestial event this year — the final solar eclipse of 2025, taking place tomorrow night, Sunday, September 21. While it won’t be visible in India, people in regions like:
- Australia
- Antarctica
- Pacific Ocean
- Atlantic Ocean
may get a clear view of the partial solar eclipse.
Eclipse Timings (Indian Standard Time)
| Phase | Time (IST) |
|---|---|
| Begins | 10:59 PM – Sunday, Sept 21 |
| Peak | 1:11 AM – Monday, Sept 22 |
| Ends | 3:23 AM – Monday, Sept 22 |
What Kind of Eclipse Is It?
This is a partial solar eclipse, meaning:
- The Moon will partially cover the Sun
- In some locations, up to 85% of the Sun may be blocked
- It will not be visible from India
Why Can’t We See It in India?
Due to the eclipse path and Earth’s rotation, this eclipse will only be visible from the Southern Hemisphere, including remote parts of Antarctica and oceanic regions — India will miss this one.
Quick Recap: Solar Eclipses in 2025
In total, 2025 had four eclipses:
- Two partial solar eclipses
- Two total lunar eclipses (Blood Moons)
This weekend’s event is the last solar eclipse of the year.
Near the Autumnal Equinox
Interestingly, this eclipse occurs just one day before the autumnal equinox on September 22, which marks:
- The first day of fall in the Northern Hemisphere
- A day when day and night are almost equal
- A moment when the Sun is directly over the equator
When Is the Next Solar Eclipse?
Upcoming solar eclipses and visibility for India:
| Date | Visibility in India |
|---|---|
| Feb 17, 2026 | Not Visible |
| Aug 12, 2026 | Not Visible |
| Aug 2027 | Visible in India |
While the last solar eclipse of 2025 won’t be visible from India, it’s still a fascinating reminder of the incredible cosmic events happening above us. For those in visible regions, it’s a chance to witness a rare celestial alignment. And for Indian skywatchers, the wait continues until 2027 for the next solar eclipse that can be seen from home. Until then, mark your calendars, stay curious, and keep looking up!
