Surya Grahan 2024 Date and Time: Will the Solar Eclipse Be Visible in India? From Sutak Time to Do’s and Don’ts, Here’s All You Need To Know About the Celestial Event
Astronomers, sky watchers and nature lovers are gearing up for the last solar eclipse, also known as Surya Grahan of the year. The last solar eclipse is set to take place on October 2. From the sutak time to dos and don’ts, here’s all you need to know about it.
Gear up for the next celestial show! After the North American eclipse, earlier this year, sky watchers, nature lovers and astronomers are now gearing up for the last and annual solar eclipse of the year. The solar eclipse is also called Surya Grahan. The last Surya Grahan 2024 will take place on October 2. This annual solar eclipse is sometimes called the ‘ring of fire’ because the moon moves farther away from Earth and hence the sun’s light is not completely covered. Instead, it leaves a bright and fiery ring of light around the moon. The annual solar eclipse will be seen in parts of United States, southern Argentina and southern Chile. The eclipse should be visible for about 7 minutes and 25 seconds. While the Surya Grahan is a celestial phenomenon, it also has religious significance in Hinduism. Here’s all you need to know about the Surya Grahan 2024. Surya Grahan 2024 Date and Time: When Is the Annular Solar Eclipse? Know Sutak Time, Visibility, Livestream and Viewing Tips of the Rare Celestial Event.
Surya Grahan 2024 Date in India
The annual solar eclipse, or the Surya Grahan 2024, will take place on October 2.
Surya Grahan 2024 Time in India
The Surya Grahan 2024 will begin at 09:12 PM. It will peak at 11:54 PM and end at 03:17 AM. Since it will be night time in India, the solar eclipse will not be visible in India.
Sutak Time of Solar Eclipse
The sutak time will start exactly 12 hours before the eclipse starts. The sutak time for the Surya Grahan 2024 will start on October 2 at 09:13 AM. It will conclude when the Surya Grahan ends, which is at 03:17 AM.
Annual Solar Eclipse 2024 Do’s and Don’ts
The Surya Grahan or annual solar eclipse is a celestial phenomenon that everyone waits to watch with bated breath. Avoid looking directly at the sun since it can cause permanent damage to the eyes. Wear special glasses that are designed for an eclipse. Use safety measures while viewing the Surya Grahan and shield your eyes from the harmful rays of the sun at all times. First Total Solar Eclipse Photo Ever! Stunning Picture of Surya Grahan Captured by Prussian Photographer Johann Julius Friedrich Berkowski in 1851 Surfaces (See Pic).
While the annual solar eclipse promises to be a spectacle, it is important to ensure that you stay safe. Also, if the solar eclipse will not be visible in a specific country, it can be watched online through live streaming.
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