This week will be the last solar eclipse this year: where and when you can see it

Early on October 25, the last solar eclipse of the year will take place - and no matter where you are, there is a way to see it, reports Travel & Leisure.

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According to Space.com, stargazers in Europe, West Asia, and northeast Africa can watch this astronomical event in person, while those outside the eclipse's path, including in the United States, can connect to a live stream to see how the Moon partially covers the Sun when it is between the Earth and the star closest to our planet.

What is a partial solar eclipse?

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun; when their paths cross, the moon obscures the sun. It creates a "ring of fire" as the moon perfectly covers the sun with a border of fiery flashes.

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Perspective and closeness are key here. The sun and moon appear in the sky at about the same size; this is why the moon tightly blocks our view of the sun during an eclipse. However, according to EarthSky.org, the Sun is actually 400 times larger than the Moon. Since it is 400 times farther from the Earth than the Moon, these space objects appear to be the same size.

During a partial solar eclipse like the one we'll see on October 25, the Moon only passes part of the solar disk. According to Space.com, the brightest solar eclipse will occur in the West Siberian Plain, more than 1600 km northeast of Moscow. Here the moon will hide 82 percent of the sun.

Where can you watch a partial solar eclipse?

If you're in Europe, West Asia, or Northeast Africa, the chances of seeing an eclipse are in your favor - as long as you have clear skies overhead that don't interfere with the spectacle. According to Space.com, the eclipse will begin in Reykjavik just before 9 am local time and will last until 10:35 am. Residents of London may begin to see the eclipse around 10 am local time, while astro enthusiasts in Egypt may notice it around 12 noon local time.

Tune in live stream from the Royal Greenwich Observatory, which begins early in the morning on October 25.

Can I see a partial solar eclipse this week in the US?

Unfortunately, this week's partial solar eclipse is not visible from North America. You can watch it in Live around 4 am ET. But all is not yet lost.

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There will be many eclipses in the next few years, including the annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023 and the long-awaited total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Both will be visible in North America.

Do I need solar eclipse goggles?

As with any solar eclipse—or any gazing into the sun—it's important to protect your eyes. Buy solar eclipse glasses or make your own viewing device to watch safely.

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