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Partial solar eclipse this weekend over the US: Here's how to view it in New York

On March 29, New York and other parts of America will witness an upcoming partial solar eclipse. Here's what you need to know.

The Northeast of the US will witness the partial solar eclipse, including New York City. Photo: Space
The Northeast of the US will witness the partial solar eclipse, including New York City. Photo: Space

Before the month is out, on March 29, the Moon will pass in front of the Sun, creating a partial eclipse as the lunar shadow falls on the Atlantic Ocean, including parts of the U.S. and Canada.

New Yorkers will be treated to a spectacular celestial show, so it's time to dig out those solar eclipse glasses from last year and have them handy. Here's everything you need to know about this Sun, Moon and Earth alignment happening before breakfast.

When is the Partial Solar Eclipse?

In the United States, the partial solar eclipse will begin early Saturday morning, around 4:50 a.m. EDT, and end just before 8:43 a.m., according to the Time and Date website.

However, the eclipse will be visible and peak in some areas of the U.S., so it will be at different times.

In which parts of New York the solar eclipse will be visible?

This year's eclipse won't cover as much ground as the one from 2024, but the northeastern region of the US should still have a view of the partial solar eclipse.

According to USA Today, the NASA provided a list where the moo's shadow will reach, along with viewing times. Here's the major cities who will attend the partial solar eclipse.

  • Buffalo, New York: 7:02 a.m. to 7:09 a.m. EDT
  • New York City: 6:44 a.m. to 7:04 a.m. EDT

For more information, NASA released a map showing where the partial solar eclipse can be seen around the world.

What is a partial solar eclipse?

A partial solar eclipse happens when the moon moves between the sun and Earth, but the three are not perfectly aligned. This causes only a part of the sun to be obscured, resulting in a crescent shape.

Representation of the partial solar eclipse. Photo: Time and Date

Representation of the partial solar eclipse. Photo: Time and Date

When is the next solar eclipse?

The next partial solar eclipse will occur on Sept. 21, but it will only be visible in the South Pacific, New Zealand and parts of Antarctica.

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