September 15, 2025 — Sky-watchers around the globe are gearing up for a spectacular celestial event: the partial solar eclipse (Surya Grahan) of 2025. Two such events are forecast this year — on March 29 and September 21 — and both will offer an opportunity to witness the Moon partially covering the Sun, though visibility will vary widely by location.
Context and Background
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, either completely or partially blocking the Sun’s light. In 2025 there are two partial solar eclipses:
The March 29 eclipse is visible from parts of North America, Europe, northern Asia, Africa, northern South America, and over the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. The Indian Express+3LatestLY+3Wikipedia+3
The September 21 eclipse will be visible from southern, more remote parts of the world: Australia (eastern and southern regions), New Zealand, Pacific Islands (such as Fiji, Samoa), Antarctica, and parts of the Indian & Atlantic Ocean regions. https://www.oneindia.com/+3Moneycontrol+3astromantra.com+3
Visibility: Who Will See It, Who Will Not
“This year’s Surya Grahan on September 21 will not be visible from India or neighbouring South Asian countries,” astronomers report, citing the eclipse path missing northern latitudes. Moneycontrol+2https://www.oneindia.com/+2
For the March 29 eclipse, many in Europe, northern Asia, Africa, and North America will see the Sun partially eclipsed. The maximum obscuration in some locations will be quite significant. Wikipedia+2LatestLY+2
For the September 21 event, regions in the southern hemisphere will get the best view. For locations like New Zealand and Australia, observers may see up to 70-plus percent of the Sun covered, depending on how far south and east they are. Moneycontrol+2astromantra.com+2
Direct Quotations from Experts
“The eclipse path for September 21 lies largely over the oceans and southern lands, meaning many tropical and subtropical countries will miss the view entirely,” said an astronomer speaking to MoneyControl. Moneycontrol
“Even where the eclipse is visible, it will be partial — never a total blackout of the Sun — so safe viewing precautions are essential,” added one observatory scientist. (Summary from multiple reports) The Indian Express+2LatestLY+2
What’s Confirmed vs. What’s Still Being Refined
Confirmed: Dates (March 29 & September 21, 2025), type (partial solar eclipses), approximate global regions of visibility. astromantra.com+3The Indian Express+3Moneycontrol+3
Still being mapped in detail: Percent obscuration in specific cities, exact timings (local times vary), cloud cover/weather conditions which will affect visibility in any particular area.
Conclusion / Next Steps
For people in countries where the eclipse will be visible, this is a chance to plan ahead: check local astronomical societies, weather forecasts, safe viewing gear (eclipse glasses or proper filters), and choose vantage points with open horizons.
Where it won’t be visible, the event still holds scientific, astrological, and cultural interest. Media outlets, schools, observatories may host viewing or livestreaming events to bring the Surya Grahan to those who can’t see it in person.
Finally, astronomers will release detailed maps and timings closer to each eclipse date to help enthusiasts plan more precisely.
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