Question 1

When is the next eclipse visible from my location?

Accepted Answer

The Eclipses page lists upcoming solar and lunar eclipses ranked by visibility from your area, with magnitude and timing.

Question 2

Is it safe to look at a solar eclipse?

Accepted Answer

Never look directly at the Sun during a solar eclipse without ISO 12312-2 certified solar filters or eclipse glasses. Sunglasses are not safe.

Question 3

What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

Accepted Answer

In a solar eclipse, the Moon blocks the Sun. In a lunar eclipse, Earth's shadow falls on the Moon. Lunar eclipses are safe to view with the naked eye.

Question 4

How often do eclipses happen?

Accepted Answer

Between 4 and 7 eclipses happen globally each year, but any given location only sees a few in a decade.

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