Solar Eclipse, September 21, 2025: The year’s second and final solar eclipse will occur on September 21. According to astrology, a solar eclipse is considered an inauspicious event. Learn the answers to important questions related to this year’s final eclipse.
Solar eclipse in September 2025: A solar eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs every year. The second and final solar eclipse of the year will take place on Sunday, September 21. According to the Hindu calendar, this day marks the Amavasya (new moon) day of Pitra Paksha. This year, Pitra Paksha began with a lunar eclipse and is ending with a solar eclipse. The occurrence of a solar eclipse on the Amavasya day of Pitra Paksha is raising many questions in people’s minds. Here are the answers to some important questions related to the eclipse.
1. When will the solar eclipse begin on September 21? The solar eclipse will begin at 11:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time) on September 21 and will end at 03:23 AM on September 22. The total duration of the eclipse will be 4 hours and 24 minutes.
2. In which zodiac sign and star constellation will the solar eclipse occur? This solar eclipse will occur in the Virgo zodiac sign and the Uttarashadha star constellation.
3. Will the solar eclipse be visible in India? The solar eclipse on September 21 will not be visible in India. Since the eclipse will not be visible in India, the associated astrological restrictions (Sutak) will not be applicable in the country. According to astrology, the Sutak period for a solar eclipse begins 12 hours before the eclipse.
4. Will Navratri and Pitra Paksha rituals be affected by the eclipse? This solar eclipse will not be visible in any part of India, therefore the associated religious restrictions will not apply within the country. Consequently, Navratri and Pitra Paksha rituals can be performed without any hindrance. According to astrologers, the Sutak period and related religious observances are only applicable in regions where the solar eclipse is visible.
5. Where will the solar eclipse be visible? This solar eclipse will be visible in and around New Zealand and Western Antarctica. It will be visible in some popular cities such as Christchurch, Sydney and Hobart in Australia, Auckland and Wellington in New Zealand, and Kingston on Norfolk Island.
6. In which countries will the solar eclipse not be visible: This eclipse will not be visible in Nepal, India, UAE, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and other Asian countries. Furthermore, it will not be visible in most parts of North America, Europe, Africa, and South America.
7. When does a solar eclipse occur? A solar eclipse always occurs on the day of a new moon. A solar eclipse happens when the moon comes between the sun and the Earth. During this time, the moon’s shadow falls on Earth, partially or completely blocking the sunlight for a short period.
What we already know (brief recap)
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The eclipse happens on September 21, 2025, and it’s the second and final solar eclipse of the year.
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It falls on Amavasya during Pitra Paksha in the Hindu calendar. The period started with a lunar eclipse, ends with this solar eclipse.
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Eclipse-time in IST: Starts ~11:00 PM on Sept 21, ends ~3:23 AM on Sept 22. Total ~4 hrs 24 mins.
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It happens in Virgo zodiac sign in the Uttarashadha star constellation.
7 More Questions + Answers (India-angle & tips you’ll want)
Below are extra FAQs and clarifications to help you understand impact, visibility, rituals, and what to do.
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Why isn’t this eclipse visible in India?
Because the eclipse path doesn’t cross India. The moon’s shadow doesn’t reach Indian territory during this eclipse. So even during peak eclipse time, the sky here won’t show the sun being blocked. -
What does “Sutak” mean, and does it apply in India this time?
Sutak is a ritual purity period before & during an eclipse, observed by some in Hindu beliefs. It’s usually applied where the eclipse is visible. Since this eclipse won’t be seen in India, astrologers are saying Sutak isn’t relevant this time. -
What about religious ceremonies like Navratri & Pitra Paksha—do they get affected?
No major changes are needed. Since visibility is nil, most ritual-timings proceed as usual. Observances like Pitra Paksha and Navratri aren’t expected to be disrupted. -
Which places will see the eclipse?
Regions around New Zealand (Auckland, Wellington), Australia (Sydney, Hobart), Western Antarctica. Also Norfolk Island (Kingston), etc. If you’re there or travelling, you’ll see partial or full eclipse effects. -
Does an eclipse still “affect” people even when it isn’t visible?
Many astrologers say yes (energetic effects, rituals). Scientifically, visibility and physical effect happen only where the eclipse shadow passes. But beliefs differ. For India this time, physical visibility = no; belief effects = up to each individual. -
Do eclipses affect digital devices, health etc.?
Common myths: looking at the eclipse through bare eye damages eyesight; electronic disturbances. These are largely unfounded if you follow normal precaution: don’t stare at sun, use proper filters. Since eclipse isn’t visible in India, risk minimal. -
What about photography or live streaming from India?
Since the eclipse won’t be visible here, you won’t get real visuals. But you can follow global live streams from observatories in Australia or New Zealand. Remember: if using telescopes or solar filters, only trusted content, not unsafe DIY optics.
🎯 Practical Tips for India
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No need to avoid activities or rituals (as some believe) simply because of the eclipse—visibility is zero here.
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If someone nearby (abroad) can see it—many news portals will broadcast or stream it; you can watch digitally.
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Check local weather & sky conditions anyway; even if eclipse isn’t visible, the moon might be a new moon (dark), sometimes the sky looks different.
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Be respectful of cultural beliefs: even if you don’t believe in Sutak or rituals, many do—avoid dismissing them aggressively and be aware of local practices.
🧮 Why this Eclipse Locks Interest
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Because it marks the end of Pitra Paksha and connects with Amavasya new moon—times that are highly significant in the Hindu calendar.
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Eclipses always stir curiosity—myth vs science, what rituals to do, what it might mean personally.
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When it doesn’t affect you directly (visibility = no), it’s a chance to explain how eclipses work without alarmism or superstition.
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