Followed by the lunar eclipse on July 07th 2009, the most powerful eclipse for this year happens on 22nd July 2009. This eclipse is called as total solar eclipse and it is sixth total solar eclipse for this decade. A total eclipse occurs when the Sun is completely hidden by the Moon. The intensely bright disk of the Sun is replaced by the dark silhouette of the Moon, and the much fainter ring called corona is visible. This eclipse is a 6-minute plus eclipse—the longest of the 21st century.
The eclipse is seen initially in India and it traverses through Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and China and across the Pacific Ocean. Hence the major part of the eclipse occurs at eastern Asia, Indonesia and Pacific Ocean.
It is safe to observe the total phase of a solar eclipse directly with the unaided eye, binoculars or a telescope, when the sun is completely covered by the Moo. In fact this cannot be viewed thorough the filters as the light will be very dim. At this point of total solar eclipse the sun will be completely hidden and just a ring will visible which is nothing but the corona of the sun.
When the shrinking visible part of the photosphere becomes very small, Baily’s beads will occur. It has been named so as the image formed because of the sun rays looks like beads. This is caused by the sunlight still being able to reach Earth through lunar valleys, but no longer where mountains are present. After this begins the Totality with the Diamond Ring Effect, which emits the last bright flash of sunlight.
Occurrences
The following are few of the places where the total solar eclipse on 22nd July 2009 can be experienced. All timings mentioned here are local timings of that place.
|
Location |
Start Time |
End Time |
Maximum Eclipse at |
|
India |
05:54 |
07:18:11 |
06:21:00 |
|
Bangladesh |
05:59:16 |
08:04:39 |
06:58:14 |
|
Japan |
09:55:39 |
12:30:19 |
11:13:00 |
|
Singapore |
08:40:52 |
09:43:56 |
09:11:26 |
|
Indonesia |
16:20:18 |
18:50:14 |
17:40:54 |
|
China |
08:33:45 |
10:54:09 |
09:41:59 |
Photography
Photographing such total solar eclipse is possible with fairly common film camera equipment. In order for the disk of the sun/moon to be easily visible, a fairly high magnification telephoto lens is needed (70-200 mm for a 35 mm camera), and for the disk to fill most of the frame, a longer lens is needed (over 500 mm). For those who are interested in photographing the total solar eclipse, here are few tips to make your photographing fruitful.
Precautions
Viewing the Sun after totality can be dangerous. Hence do not view the sun after eclipse as it emits highly hazardous rays.
While in Photographing, do take proper precautions to safeguard your eyes. The sun when viewed through the view finder of the camera might affect the retina of the eyes, which might even be a cause for losing our eyes. One of the most widely available filters for safe solar viewing is shade number 14 welder’s glass, which can be obtained from welding supply outlets.
Live Streaming/Webcasts On Internet
You can follow the live broadcast of the total solar eclipse on 22nd July 2009 here. For more information read our article How To Watch July 22, 2009 Total Solar Eclipse Live On Web
CC Image Credit: luc_viatour and Exploratorium
please let me know if the solar eclipse on july 22nd can be viewd in uae,n if so at what time
Oh by the way Suganya, where did you get your source which says the Total solar eclipse can be seen in Singapore and Indonesia. I’m sure that’s not right. I live in Singapore and I am traveling to Shanghai to view the total eclipse. I think that you should verify your sources again.
Erm, how come you guys don’t wanna read up a little bit about eclipse before asking questions? The total solar eclipse will only happen in very specific area. Like India, China, some island off Japan etc. If you are not in these areas, then there is also a chance to view partial eclipse (which is very common). So unless you are in China, India, Japan, you don’t have to ask which part of your country can eclipse be seen.
what about the solar ecplise timing on july 22nd in NEW YORK(USA)?
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What Precaution should Pregnant woman should take?
will we be able to see it in from Port Vila – Vanuatu
What time will the eclipse be visible in New Hampshire?
Hey may I know where to view the Solar Eclipse in Singapore on 22 July 2009? Is it Science Centre or all over Singapore or what?
What time will the solar eclipse be visible in Utah?
is the timing for singapore correct? just askin to comfirm
Hi everybody,
July 22, 2009, is my dad’s first death anniversary, is it advisable to have pooja on that same day, if so at what time, can anybody help me out on this regard. Thank You.
@Anjali,
Its been told that pregnant ladies should not be exposed to eclipse rays as it might be harmful to the body. But none of the articles till today says that pregnant ladies should stay back at home and should not go out at all during eclipse. Think and make a wise decision.
@Pallavi,
All timings mentioned are local timings of your place.
@sakshi,
The solar eclipse on July 22nd is not visible in London
Hi Sugayna,
I am pregnant and i am in usa. I have been told that i should not go out on the day of eclipse. i can not take off on that day. i am worried abt it. do i need to really stay at home all day? especially when eclipse will not be seen in usa?
Can you tell me the timings for the on July 22 in Queensland, Australia.
What about the solar eclipse timing on July 22nd in Dubai?
By the way is it IST or time at dubai?
Hi Suganya, thanks for the information..:-)
i dont think the eclipse will happen on that date… let c
can u please let me know what time is the lunar eclipse on july 07 in Los Angeles and if is visible
What time will the lunar eclipse be visible from Hawaii. Will the total solar eclipse be visible at all from Hawaii and if so what time?
can u let me know at what time is the lunar eclipse on july 7th 2009 and solar eclipse on july 22nd 2009 in USA (EST)
can u let me know at what time is the lunar eclipse on july 7th 2009 and solar eclipse on july 22nd 2009 in USA (EST).
what are the london timings of solar eclipse which is on 22nd july?
what are the london timings of solar eclipse which is on 22nd july?
Hi, suganya. could you pls tell us what time can visible solar eclipse in melbourne, australia, july 22nd solar eclipse09.
And what time lunar eclipse visible in melbourne 7 th july 09.
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Can you please let me know what time is the Lunar eclipse on July 7th,2009 in Dubai ?
do watch eclipse u were born to view this one
Hi
Could you please tell me if the eclipse on the 7th is visible to Australia and the on eon the 22nd?? And what times it will be. The same for South Africa..
Kind regards
@Pallavi,
The solar eclipse on July 22nd starts even before the sun rises. Still we take 05:43 am as the start time as the eclipse is visible at this time and ends at 05:47 am.The peak of the eclipse is also noticed at the start time itself.
@Girish
The eclipse happens between 18:38 hrs and 19:39 hrs
can you tell me the time of lunar ecplise on 7th july in punjab.
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Hi there,
Can you please tell me the lunar eclipse on 22nd of July visible in Australia? And what time? I really don’t wanna miss it!!!
Thank you so much!
Is there any chance of Lunar eclipse visible in Queensland, Australia.
what about the solar ecplise timing on july 22nd in Dubai?
at what time is lunar eclipse on July 7th 2009 occuring in Dubai ? any idea?
@Zhang
The eclipse on July 22nd is not visible in Australia.
@Jamuna,
The eclipse starts even before the sun rises at Mumbai (India) on July 22nd.But the eclipse will be visible to us between 06:14 am and 07:18 am. The maximum eclipse is experienced at 06:22 am. The eclipse on July 2nd is not visible in India
@Utpala
The eclipse starts even before the sun rises.But the eclipse will be visible to us between 5.39 am and 7.24 am. The maximum eclipse is experienced at 6.26 am.
Hi there,
Can you please tell me the lunar eclipse on 7th and 22nd of July visible in Australia? And what time? I really don’t wanna miss it!!!
Thank you so much!
Can you tell me the timings for the lunar eclipse on July 7 and solar eclipse on July 22 in mumbai, india
Can you tell me the timings for the lunar eclipse on July 7 and solar eclipse on July 22 in Dehradun, Uttaranchal, India
Thanks Suganya for this valuable information.
@Ainuddin Bilagi,
The solar eclipse on July 22nd is visible between 06:11 am and 07:19 am. The maximum eclipse is seen at 06:21 am.
The lunar eclipse is not visible in Pune on July 07 2009.
could you please let me know the timings of lunar eclipse(7th July) and Solar eclipse(22nd July) for Pune location.
Best Regards
Ainuddin
Nice information about the Eclipse. India is full of superstitions and many stay indoors during such a Wonderful Celestial Event. I appeal all Indians to witness the Most Powerful Eclipse Scientifically and Safely using Solar filters which I procured from http://www.astronomyindia.org/shop
As an Astronomy Buff I followed all the Eclipses since 1995 with Solar Filters Eclipse Goggles and enjoyed the Eclipses fully without any problems.