This time, it will be a Total Solar Eclipse and here in this article, we are going to explain about its Timings, visibility, Sutak Timings and other details so let’s know the detailed information about this Solar Eclipse by scrolling down the article:
Solar Eclipse 2024: Date and Time
The first Solar Eclipse of the year is going to happen on April 8, 2024 and as per the Indian standard timings, the Solar Eclipse will start from 09:12 PM on April 8 and it will last until 2:22 AM on April 9, 2024.
Solar Eclipse: Sutak Timings
This is to be noted that this Total Solar Eclipse will not be visible in India and the people would not be able to witness this here so there will be no Sutak period.
Solar Eclipse 2024: Its visibility
As we all know that this time Solar Eclipse will not be visible in India but it will be seen in various parts of the world such as Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, the Caribbean Netherlands, Colombia, Costa Rice, Cuba, Dominica, Greenland, Ireland, Iceland, Jamaica, Norway, Panama, Nicaragua, Russia, Puerto Rico, Saint Martin Venezuela, United Kingdom, The Bahamas, Spain, The United States and Aruba and in many other countries.
What is Total Solar Eclipse?
When the Moon moves so far behind the Sun that the Earth is briefly completely illuminated by the Sun’s light, this phenomenon is known as a total solar eclipse. stops it from going, causing the Earth’s shadow to drop from the full Moon, almost entirely obscuring it and exposing the Sun. This is why it is referred to as a total solar eclipse. In Hindu Vedic Astrology, it is called Khagras.
Will this form a Diamond Ring?
Yes, the Diamond Ring will appear for 4 minutes, 28 minutes and the dazzling burst of light that clings to one edge of the Moon as the soft glow of the corona emerges from the background sky and silhouettes the opposite edge. Its striking resemblance to a diamond engagement ring is unmistakable. After totality, the effect is briefly visible once again.
How To Watch The Rare Celestial Event in 2024?
When it comes to witnessing this rare cosmic event, then people are advised to take proper safety measures. Looking at the Sun directly from naked eyes, would not be good for eyes. People should use some specialized glasses, telescope, binoculars, and DSLR camera for clicking its picture. There’s one more option for the people who are very much excited to witness this amazing celestial event is to use an indirect viewing method which is like a pinhole project. People must take proper care before going out such as wearing a sunscreen, take a hat with you, wear protective full sleeves clothes so that you can save yourself from skin damage.
Solar Eclipse 2024: FAQs
- When is Solar Eclipse in 2024?
Solar Eclipse is going to occur on April 8, 2024 just a day before the starting of Chaitra Navratri. This is going to be the second eclipse and the first Solar Eclipse. - Will this Total Solar Eclipse be visible in India?
This Total Solar Eclipse will not be visible in India.
