Surya Grahan 2025 – Overview
The last solar eclipse of 2025 is set to occur tonight, Sunday, September 21, 2025. Eclipses hold special significance in both religious and astrological traditions. Just two weeks ago, on September 7, the last lunar eclipse of the year was visible in India. Unlike that, however, tonight’s solar eclipse will not be visible from India.
This celestial event will be a partial solar eclipse, during which the Moon will cover a portion of the Sun.
Timing of the Solar Eclipse
- Date: September 21–22, 2025
- Start Time (IST): 10:59 PM, September 21
- End Time (IST): 3:23 AM, September 22
- Duration: ~4 hours 24 minutes
Since the eclipse begins late at night in India, it will remain invisible to Indian viewers.
Will the Solar Eclipse Be Visible in India?
No. The eclipse begins around 11 PM IST, when it is already night in India. Therefore, it will not be visible from any part of the country.
Will the Sutak Period Be Applicable?
In Hindu tradition, the Sutak period is observed 12 hours before the start of a solar eclipse, during which all auspicious activities are avoided and temple doors are closed. However, since this eclipse is not visible in India, the Sutak period will not be valid here.
Where Will the Solar Eclipse Be Visible?
The last solar eclipse of 2025 will be visible from:
- The Americas
- Samoa
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Fiji
- Atlantic Ocean regions
What Causes a Solar Eclipse?
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon, while orbiting Earth, comes directly between the Sun and Earth, blocking sunlight for a short duration. There are three types of solar eclipses:
- Total Solar Eclipse – The Moon completely covers the Sun.
- Partial Solar Eclipse – The Moon covers only a portion of the Sun.
- Annular Solar Eclipse – The Moon covers the center of the Sun, leaving a ring-like structure (the “Ring of Fire”).