Prime Highlights:
- A brief “solar horns” effect can be seen in a partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025, during sunrise over some parts of the U.S. and Canada.
- The best places to view are Cape Cod through Maine in the U.S. and points in New Brunswick and Quebec in Canada.
Key Background:
March 29, 2025, will see sky observers in certain areas of the globe witness a partial solar eclipse with the breathtaking “solar horns” effect. This is a rare event when the Moon obscures a part of the Sun, with two dazzling arcs that look like horns as the Sun comes up above the horizon.
The eclipse will be viewed best in the northeastern United States, Massachusetts’ Cape Cod and as far north as Maine. Places such as Quoddy Head State Park and South Lubec Flats in Maine state will provide some of the optimal viewing. The sunrise at Quoddy Head State Park will be 6:13 a.m. EDT with the eclipse at 83% coverage at its maximum at 6:17 a.m. In the same way, South Lubec Flats will have its maximum eclipse visibility at 6:18 a.m. EDT.
The best viewing locations in Canada are Saint Andrews, New Brunswick, and Forestville, Quebec. Forestville will experience sunrise at 6:20 a.m. EDT and the eclipse will be 87% covered by 6:24 a.m. Saint Andrews will experience sunrise at 7:15 a.m. ADT and the eclipse will be at its peak at 7:18 a.m.
Best visibility is only ensured if the east horizon is open. Safety has to be exercised since Sun gazing directly without the protection of eyes will lead to serious eye injury. Special eclipse glasses or solar viewers that are accredited to address the requirements of safety standards have to be utilized. Regular sunglasses won’t protect. Solar filters have to be utilized if telescopes or cameras are being used to avoid damage.
This space phenomenon presents a rare chance for astronomy buffs and the general public to view a rare atmospheric phenomenon. Adequate preparation, such as visiting an area where the view can be easily observed and equipped with protective devices, will yield the best viewing experience for this celestial wonder in the sky.
