Web Desk: The first solar eclipse of 2025 is set to occur Saturday,today.
The solar eclipse will mark a significant celestial event for astronomy enthusiasts worldwide.
According to predictions by astronomers, the first solar eclipse of the year will be partial.
Whereas it will not be visible in Pakistan and India but can be observed in regions across Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans.
The eclipse will begin at 9:50 AM PST and conclude at 5:43 PM PST.
During this first partial solar eclipse, the Moon will partially cover the Sun, creating a mesmerizing visual phenomenon.
However, viewers in Pakistan will need to rely on live broadcasts from space agencies and observatories to witness the first partial solar eclipse of 2025.
Astronomers explain that a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, partially or completely blocking sunlight.
The distance between the Earth and the Moon is approximately 400 times smaller than the distance between the Moon and the Sun, which is why the eclipse appears partial from Earth.
For safe viewing, experts recommend using ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses or indirect viewing methods like pinhole projectors. Observing the Sun without proper protection can cause severe eye damage.
The second solar eclipse of 2025 is scheduled for September 21-22, and it will be an annular eclipse, showcasing the famous “Ring of Fire” effect.
