Last Solar Eclipse of Year Is Here — Who Can Watch It?

News Desk

Islamabad: Skywatchers in several parts of the world are set to witness the final solar eclipse of the year, but people in Pakistan will not be able to observe the rare celestial event.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the total solar eclipse will occur during the night of August 12 and 13, with the eclipse reaching its peak after 10pm Pakistan time. However, the phenomenon will remain invisible from Pakistan due to its geographical location.

The eclipse will begin at 8:34pm on August 12, according to the department. It will reach maximum intensity at 10:46pm and conclude at 12:58am on August 13.

Rare Celestial Event for Global Observers

While Pakistan misses the opportunity, several regions around the world will witness the eclipse.

A total solar eclipse will be visible in parts of Greenland, Iceland, Spain, and Russia, while a partial eclipse will be observed across parts of Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

For many European countries, the event holds special significance as it will mark the first opportunity in nearly three decades for some regions to witness a solar eclipse.

Pakistan to Miss Upcoming Lunar Eclipse Too

The Meteorological Department also stated that another celestial event, a partial lunar eclipse expected on August 28, will also not be visible from Pakistan.

Astronomy enthusiasts in the country will therefore have to rely on international coverage and live broadcasts to experience these upcoming astronomical events.

Solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, temporarily blocking sunlight in certain areas. The visibility of an eclipse depends entirely on the location of observers and the path followed by the Moon’s shadow across Earth.