• A still from a Slooh robotic telescope service video shows a near full solar eclipse at the International Astronomical Centre, in Abu Dhabi, in December 2019. AP
    A still from a Slooh robotic telescope service video shows a near full solar eclipse at the International Astronomical Centre, in Abu Dhabi, in December 2019. AP
  • A schoolboy uses solar filter glasses to view a rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse at a school in Mumbai. AFP
    A schoolboy uses solar filter glasses to view a rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse at a school in Mumbai. AFP
  • The Moon starts to move in front of the Sun in a rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse, as seen from Wan Twin in central Myanmar. AFP
    The Moon starts to move in front of the Sun in a rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse, as seen from Wan Twin in central Myanmar. AFP
  • The Moon covers much of the Sun in a solar eclipse, as seen from Mumbai. AFP
    The Moon covers much of the Sun in a solar eclipse, as seen from Mumbai. AFP
  • The Moon edges in front of the Sun during the start of a rare ;ring of fire' solar eclipse, seen in Jakarta. AFP
    The Moon edges in front of the Sun during the start of a rare ;ring of fire' solar eclipse, seen in Jakarta. AFP
  • An onlooker captures the moment by taking a snap of the eclipse through his solar glasses at Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre in Mushrif Park, Dubai in December 2019. Pawan Singh / The National
    An onlooker captures the moment by taking a snap of the eclipse through his solar glasses at Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre in Mushrif Park, Dubai in December 2019. Pawan Singh / The National
  • A crowd gathers to watch the rare 'ring of fire' event in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
    A crowd gathers to watch the rare 'ring of fire' event in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Stargazers wearing solar glasses at a viewing in Mushrif Park. Pawan Singh / The National
    Stargazers wearing solar glasses at a viewing in Mushrif Park. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Residents rose early to take in the stunning sight of a solar eclipse. Pawan Singh / The National
    Residents rose early to take in the stunning sight of a solar eclipse. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The solar phenomenon was visible from the UAE for the first time since 1872. Antonie Robertson / The National
    The solar phenomenon was visible from the UAE for the first time since 1872. Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Crowds watch the solar eclipse in Dubai on December 26, 2019. Pawan Singh / The National
    Crowds watch the solar eclipse in Dubai on December 26, 2019. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Many residents across the UAE made an early start to their day in a bid to witness the rare eclipse. Antonie Robertson / The National
    Many residents across the UAE made an early start to their day in a bid to witness the rare eclipse. Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Safety warnings were heeded by onlookers who wore solar eclipse glasses for the spectacle. Pawan Singh / The National
    Safety warnings were heeded by onlookers who wore solar eclipse glasses for the spectacle. Pawan Singh / The National
  • People watch the solar eclipse at Mushrif Park in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
    People watch the solar eclipse at Mushrif Park in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Eyes turned to the skies for the rare celestial event. Pawan Singh/The National
    Eyes turned to the skies for the rare celestial event. Pawan Singh/The National
  • People gathered to watch the solar eclipse at the Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre in Mushrif park in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
    People gathered to watch the solar eclipse at the Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre in Mushrif park in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The solar eclipse drew a bumper turnout to Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre. Pawan Singh / The National
    The solar eclipse drew a bumper turnout to Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Those with a head for heights watched the solar eclipse from the 124th floor of Burj Khalifa. EPA
    Those with a head for heights watched the solar eclipse from the 124th floor of Burj Khalifa. EPA
  • People gather at an observatory deck at Burj Khalifa on the morning of December 26, 2019. EPA
    People gather at an observatory deck at Burj Khalifa on the morning of December 26, 2019. EPA
  • People wearing special glasses watch a partial solar eclipse from the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa. EPA
    People wearing special glasses watch a partial solar eclipse from the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa. EPA

How to watch the partial solar eclipse in the UAE today and what time will it be?


Sarwat Nasir
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A partial solar eclipse will be visible in the UAE and many other parts of the world on Tuesday, October 25.

It will reach its maximum at 3.51pm GST (11.52am UTC) in most parts of the country, when more than half of the Sun’s surface will be covered by the Moon.

The next one in the UAE will not be visible until 2027.

What is a solar eclipse?

Solar eclipses are celestial events that take place when the Sun, Moon and Earth are aligned either partially or completely.

It looks as though the Moon takes a bite from the Sun
European Space Agency

The Moon blocks light from the Sun and casts a shadow on Earth, with the eclipse visible to anyone within this shadow, the European Space Agency says.

How to watch the eclipse from the UAE

It is important to wear protective eyewear to observe a solar eclipse safely, as exposure can cause retinal damage. Sunglasses will not provide such protection.

The event will be visible from most of Europe, northern Africa, the Middle East and western parts of Asia this year.

"A solar eclipse can be either total or partial,” said ESA.

“During a total solar eclipse, the Sun, Moon and Earth are perfectly aligned and the Moon covers the entire disc of the Sun.

“During a partial solar eclipse, the three are not perfectly aligned, so only part of the Sun is covered by the Moon — it looks as though the Moon takes a bite from the Sun.”

The Dubai Astronomy Group is hosting a viewing event at the Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre in Dubai's Mushrif Park.

The event starts at 2pm GST.

Entrance fee ranges from Dh30 to Dh500 and registrations can be made online. Protective eyewear is included in the ticket.

The Dubai Astronomy Group will also stream the solar eclipse live on their Youtube channel.

How long will it last?

The eclipse will be visible for up to two hours, but it will be best to view it when it is at its peak.

In Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman, the eclipse will begin at 2.40pm and reach its peak at 3.51pm, with up to 50.3 per cent of the Sun's surface covered by the Moon.

In Abu Dhabi, it will begin at 2.42pm and peak at 3.51pm, with 48.3 per cent of the Sun covered.

In Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain, it will start at 2.40pm and also peak at 3.51pm. In Ras Al Khaimah, 51.2 per cent of the Sun will be covered during the eclipse's peak and 50.7 per cent in Umm Al Quwain.

Eclipse begins at 2.43pm in Fujairah and peaks at 3.52pm (50.1 per cent of the Sun covered during the peak), while it begins at 2.44pm in Al Ain and is at its peak at 3.53pm, with 48.3 per cent of eclipse amount.

The eclipse ends at about the same time in all emirates at 4.54pm.

In November, the Leonid meteor shower will take place when the Moon’s illumination will be at 44 per cent.

The Geminid meteor shower will be visible in December, with 72 per cent Moon illumination expected.

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Iqbal Restaurant behind Wendy’s on Hamdan Street for the chicken karahi (Dh14)

Pathemari in Navy Gate for prawn biryani (from Dh12 to Dh35)

Abu Al Nasar near Abu Dhabi Mall, for biryani (from Dh12 to Dh20)

Bonna Annee at Navy Gate for Ethiopian food (the Bonna Annee special costs Dh42 and comes with a mix of six house stews – key wet, minchet abesh, kekel, meser be sega, tibs fir fir and shiro).

Al Habasha in Tanker Mai for Ethiopian food (tibs, a hearty stew with meat, is a popular dish; here it costs Dh36.75 for lamb and beef versions)

Himalayan Restaurant in Mussaffa for Nepalese (the momos and chowmein noodles are best-selling items, and go for between Dh14 and Dh20)

Makalu in Mussaffa for Nepalese (get the chicken curry or chicken fry for Dh11)

Al Shaheen Cafeteria near Guardian Towers for a quick morning bite, especially the egg sandwich in paratha (Dh3.50)

Pinky Food Restaurant in Tanker Mai for tilapia

Tasty Zone for Nepalese-style noodles (Dh15)

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