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Rare Partial Solar Eclipse Captivates Millions Across Northern Hemisphere

The March 29 event featured a striking 'double sunrise' and up to 94% obscuration, marking the only solar eclipse visible from the U.S. this year.

People gathered on the National Mall to view the partial solar eclipse using eclipse glasses on April 8, 2024, in Washington, DC.
A view of a partial solar eclipse from Nuuk, Greenland on March 29, 2025.
A partial solar eclipse is seen as the Sun rises behind the Delaware Breakwater Lighthouse on June 10, 2021, at Lewes Beach in Delaware.
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Overview

  • The partial solar eclipse occurred early on March 29, 2025, with maximum obscuration at 6:47 a.m. EDT and visibility across parts of North America, Europe, Africa, and northern Asia.
  • Observers in northeastern U.S. states and eastern Canada witnessed dramatic views, including the rare 'double sunrise' effect in Maine, New Brunswick, and Quebec.
  • In Nunavik, Quebec, the eclipse reached its peak with 94% of the sun obscured, offering the most significant coverage globally.
  • Livestreams from platforms like TimeandDate and the Royal Observatory Greenwich allowed global audiences to experience the event virtually.
  • Safety precautions were emphasized, with certified eclipse glasses and solar viewers recommended to prevent eye damage during the spectacle.