The partial solar eclipse on September 21 will be visible in Australia, New Zealand and Antarctica, but not in the US. People there can watch the heavenly opportunity online. Partial solar eclipse of September 21: Will the event be visible in the US? (Pixabay) A rare heavenly event is about to unfold, but Americans will not be able to catch it directly. A partial solar eclipse will weaken the air on Sunday, September 21, but only viewers in the Southern Hemisphere will slide the moon before the sun. Here’s all you need to know. September 21 Partial solar eclipse: Where will it be visible? According to a report by USA Today, the eclipse in Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and nearby oceans will be visible. About 16 million people, just 0.2 percent of the earth population, fall within its path. For those in the United States, the event will only be accessible online through direct streams and astronomy sites. The phenomenon comes a few months after the total solar eclipse in April 2024, which captivated millions in North America. That event plunged parts of the US to the darkness of the afternoon and unveiled the outer layer of the sun. In contrast, the eclipse of the weekend will be partial, which means that the moon will only darken part of the sun, making it look like someone is taking a bite out of it. Partial solar eclipse: Timing The partial eclipse is scheduled to start at about 1:29 pm on September 21, with the maximum point arriving at 15:41, reports Space.com. Exact times will depend on the location, and for most of the world, including the US, it will remain out of sight. Eclips has fascinated humanity for a long time, both for their rarity and spectacle. While the partial eclipse reached our air in March 2025, this one closes the Heavenly Calendar of the Year without crossing North America. Nasa confirms that only the Southern Hemisphere is getting the show this time. For US Stargazers, the next chance comes to an eclipse in the coming years. Meanwhile, online platforms and NASA’s resources provide safe, detailed coverage for those who want to see the September spectacle from afar. Questions Q1. Will the partial solar eclipse be visible in the US? Ans. No, it will only be visible in the Southern Hemisphere. Q2. When will the eclipse occur? Ans. It starts at 1:29 pm ET on September 21, with a peak at 15:41 o’clock ET. Q3. Where can our viewers look at it? Ans. Through direct streams and NASA’s online coverage.
Partial solar eclipse on September 21: Will people see in the US sky? Check details
