2025 First Solar Eclipse: Date, Time, and Where to Watch it

The first solar eclipse of 2025 will take place on Saturday, March 29, offering a stunning deep partial eclipse visible across parts of North America, Europe, and Africa.

📅 Date & Time

• Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
• Time: The eclipse will begin at sunrise in North America and occur mid-morning in Europe. Exact times will vary by location.

🌍 Where to Watch

• North America:
  • Best views: Eastern Canada (Quebec, Newfoundland, New Brunswick)
  • U.S. visibility: Northeastern states (Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York)
  • Peak coverage: Up to 94% obscuration in parts of Quebec, 85% in some U.S. states
• Europe:
  • London: ~30% coverage
  • Paris: ~23% coverage
  • Berlin: ~15% coverage
• Africa & Russia:
  • Partial eclipse visible in Northwestern Africa and parts of Russia, though with less coverage

🔭 How to Watch Safely

• Eclipse Glasses: Use ISO 12312-2 certified solar viewing glasses
• Solar Filters: Attach to telescopes or binoculars for safe observation
• Pinhole Projector: A simple indirect method to view the eclipse safely

🌟 Don’t Miss It!

This March 29 eclipse follows a “blood moon” total lunar eclipse earlier in the month, making it an exciting time for astronomy enthusiasts. If you miss this one, the next major solar eclipse will occur later in 2025.