Partial solar Eclipse to Grace Southern Skies
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Skywatchers in the southern hemisphere are gearing up for a partial solar eclipse on Sunday, September 21, 2025, an event playfully called the “Eclipse of the equinox.”
According to Dr. Ashraf Tadros, professor of astronomy at the National Institute for Astronomical Research in Egypt, solar eclipses occur when the moon is new, while lunar eclipses happen when the moon is full.
The upcoming partial solar eclipse will occur approximately two weeks after a total lunar eclipse,coinciding with the new moon phase.
Dr. Tadros notes that the eclipse will be exclusively visible in the southern regions of the world, especially in southern Australia, the Pacific Ocean, and Antarctica.
He also stated that observing solar and lunar eclipses helps to determine the start and finish of lunar months, offering a clear illustration of the moon’s orbit around the Earth and the Earth’s orbit around the sun.
Solar eclipses occur when the moon is new, while lunar eclipses happen when the moon is full.
Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Eclipses
- What is a solar eclipse?
- A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun’s light. Source: NASA
- what is the “Eclipse of the equinox?”
- The “Eclipse of the equinox” is a nickname for the partial solar eclipse occurring on September 21, 2025.
- Where will the partial solar eclipse be visible?
- The eclipse will be visible in the southern part of the globe, especially in southern Australia, the Pacific Ocean, and Antarctica.
- When do solar eclipses occur?
- Solar eclipses occur during a new moon, when the Moon is in conjunction with the Sun.
