Everything you need to know about the partial solar eclipse [Video]

13:08 EDT 29 Mar 2025, updated 16:25 EDT 29 Mar 2025

This morning, skywatchers had the opportunity to witness a partial solar eclipse, as the moon partially obscured the sun.

While not as dramatic or widely visible as last year’s Great North American Eclipse, this partial eclipse still offered a stunning celestial display. 

A partial solar eclipse occurs when the moon moves between the Earth and the sun, partially covering the sun and creating a crescent-shaped appearance. 

As the first partial solar eclipse of the year, it was visible across parts of the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Russia, and Africa.

Unlike a total solar eclipse, where the sun is completely covered, this partial eclipse created a striking crescent-shaped sun.

In the Northeastern United States, where visibility was optimal, the eclipse was already in progress at sunrise. 

Viewing even a partial eclipse without proper protection can cause serious eye damage. Solar eclipse glasses are essential for safe viewing, as …