Daijiworld Media Network - Dubai
Dubai, Sep 11: Skywatchers around the world are gearing up for a rare astronomical event in September 2025, as the month will witness both a lunar eclipse on the 7th and a partial solar eclipse on September 21, just a day before the equinox. However, the UAE and large parts of Asia and the Americas will miss out on this celestial show.
The September 21 eclipse is a partial solar eclipse, meaning the Moon will cover only a portion of the Sun, creating a crescent-shaped sliver of sunlight. The event gains additional significance as it occurs right before the September equinox, when day and night are almost equal across the globe. Astrologically, the eclipse also concludes this year’s Pitru Paksha, considered a potent alignment by Hindu traditions.
Where the eclipse will be visible:
• New Zealand: Southern cities like Dunedin could see up to 72% of the Sun obscured.
• Eastern Australia: Partial eclipse visible at sunrise.
• South Pacific Islands: Partial eclipse during early daylight hours.
• Antarctica: Observers may witness extensive coverage, offering some of the most dramatic views.
Where the eclipse will not be visible:
• UAE
• India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan
• North & South America
Unlike the lunar eclipse earlier this month, which had wide visibility across many countries, the solar eclipse will be limited to select parts of the Southern Hemisphere, leaving millions of skywatchers in the Northern Hemisphere unable to witness the phenomenon.
Understanding the September 21 eclipse:
• Total Solar Eclipse – Moon completely covers the Sun (not occurring this time).
• Partial Solar Eclipse – Moon covers only part of the Sun (the type happening on September 21).
• Annular Solar Eclipse – Moon covers the Sun leaving a “ring of fire” effect.
Though it is not a total eclipse, the combination of its timing near the equinox and connection with Pitru Paksha makes it a noteworthy event in the 2025 celestial calendar, especially for enthusiasts in the Southern Hemisphere.