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A rare annular solar eclipse on Feb 17, 2026 will create a ring of fire across a 2,661-mile path over Antarctica, with annularity lasting 2 minutes at Concordia Station and 1 minute 52 seconds at Mirny Station; outside Antarctica, a partial eclipse will be visible in parts of southeastern Africa, southern South America, and nearby oceans, though weather and extreme cold could limit viewing opportunities.
The annular solar eclipse on February 17, 2026, will create a 'ring of fire' visible only from a remote part of Antarctica, with limited opportunities for observation due to weather and accessibility. Partial views will be available in parts of Antarctica, southern Africa, and South America. The event's rarity and location make it a unique but challenging spectacle to witness.
The article describes the first photos of the September 2025 partial solar eclipse over New Zealand, where up to 70% of the sun was obscured by the moon, captured during a live stream and by the Dunedin Astronomical Society, highlighting the celestial event's progression and providing educational context about eclipses.
A partial solar eclipse will occur on September 21, with maximum coverage at 3:41 p.m. EDT, visible in parts of New Zealand, Antarctica, and the South Pacific. Viewers should use proper eye protection to safely observe the event, which can also be watched live online.
A deep partial solar eclipse will occur on September 21, 2025, with the best viewing times around 1:29 p.m. to 3:41 p.m. EDT, depending on location. Only a small portion of the world will see it directly, but live coverage will be available. Safety precautions are emphasized for viewing the eclipse.
An 'equinox solar eclipse' will occur on September 21, 2023, with limited visibility mainly in the Southern Hemisphere, including Antarctica, New Zealand, and parts of the South Pacific, offering a dramatic crescent sun view during sunrise, but it will not be visible in the Northern Hemisphere.
A partial solar eclipse will occur on September 21, 2025, visible across parts of the Southern Hemisphere, with up to 80% of the sun obscured, and will be streamed live online due to its remote viewing locations.
The last solar eclipse of 2025 will occur on September 21, primarily visible from eastern Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica, and parts of the South Pacific, and will be a partial eclipse lasting from late night to early morning in those regions, highlighting a significant celestial event for skywatchers and scientists alike.
Passengers on a special Delta Airlines flight for the solar eclipse didn't get to see the total eclipse, but the pilot maneuvered the aircraft so both sides could see at least a partial eclipse. Despite not getting the full experience, passengers remained in good spirits and enjoyed the unique view of the eclipse's shadow moving across the cities below. The flight included special announcements, goodie bags, and a celebratory atmosphere, with passengers expressing overall positivity about the experience.
On April 8, 2024, a partial solar eclipse was observed in Southeast Portland, Oregon, with the moon blocking around 25% of the sun, as reported by NASA. Unlike the 2017 eclipse, Oregon was only partially in the path of this event.
Nebraska was not in the path of totality for the recent solar eclipse, but there are upcoming opportunities to witness partial solar eclipses in the state. The next solar eclipse visible in Nebraska will be an annular eclipse on Jan. 26, 2028, followed by a hybrid eclipse on Nov. 14, 2031, and a total eclipse on March 30, 2033. Solar eclipses occur when the moon is positioned between the Earth and the sun, casting a shadow over the Earth, and typically happen twice a year during a new moon phase.
On April 8, 2024, the San Francisco Bay Area will experience a partial solar eclipse, with 31% to 35% of the sun being blocked by the moon. The eclipse will begin at different times across the Bay Area, with the peak expected about an hour after it starts, and the entire event lasting approximately two hours. Eclipse watchers are advised to use certified solar viewing glasses or a pinhole camera to protect their eyes from permanent damage.
Oklahoma is in the path of totality for the solar eclipse, with the partial eclipse starting at 12:28 p.m. and reaching maximum totality at 1:47 p.m. The total eclipse will last from 1:45 p.m. to 1:50 p.m., turning day into night briefly. Other areas of the state, such as the OKC metro, will see a 90% eclipse. The partial eclipse will end by 3:07 p.m., and the moon's shadow will move at over 1,000 mph.
New Mexico will experience a partial solar eclipse, with opportunities to view it in various locations. The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science in Albuquerque will host a viewing event with a presentation included in regular museum admission, starting at 10 am. Additionally, the Downtown Library and the Alamosa Library will have viewing parties at 11 am, providing solar glasses for attendees.
The 2024 solar eclipse will peak in New York on April 8, with upstate New York experiencing a total eclipse and New York City seeing a partial eclipse with about 90% coverage. The eclipse is expected to start around 2:07 p.m. EDT along Mexico's Pacific coast and will enter southwestern New York shortly after 3:15 p.m., leaving the northeastern part of the state just before 3:30 p.m. The entire event will last approximately two and a half hours, but the total solar eclipse will only be visible for about two to four minutes, depending on location. In New York City, the partial eclipse will peak at 3:25 p.m., with Staten Island getting the first glimpse and the peak wrapping up in northeastern Queens.