An annular solar eclipse known as a ‘ring of fire’ will cross the Pacific Ocean on Oct. 2, but will it be visible in the U.S.? Here’s what the experts say.
While April's total solar eclipse wowed millions, October's astronomical spectacle will only be viewed by a lucky few.
“The moon is just not quite big enough to cover the sun,” explains Carolyn Sumners of the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Hence, why the sun’s outer edge is visible during this phenomenon, giving ...
Like the April 8 total solar eclipse, this will be one that require eclipse safety glasses in order to view it.
In Hawaii, sky watchers won't be able to see the full "ring of fire" but can still view a partial solar eclipse starting at sunrise at about 6:23 a.m. to about 6:45 a.m. local time.
A 'ring of fire” eclipse of the sun is coming. But only a lucky few will be on the path. The annular solar eclipse will be ...