Total Solar Eclipse on July 22nd 2009 – The Most Powerful Eclipse of the Year 2009
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
June 27th, 2009
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.
June 28th, 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
June 29th, 2009
@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.
June 29th, 2009
Thanks Suganya for this valuable information.
June 30th, 2009
Can you tell me the timings for the lunar eclipse on July 7 and solar eclipse on July 22 in Dehradun, Uttaranchal, India
July 1st, 2009
Can you tell me the timings for the lunar eclipse on July 7 and solar eclipse on July 22 in mumbai, india
July 5th, 2009
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!
July 5th, 2009
@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.
July 5th, 2009
@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
July 5th, 2009
@Zhang
The eclipse on July 22nd is not visible in Australia.
July 6th, 2009
at what time is lunar eclipse on July 7th 2009 occuring in Dubai ? any idea?
July 6th, 2009
what about the solar ecplise timing on july 22nd in Dubai?
July 6th, 2009
Is there any chance of Lunar eclipse visible in Queensland, Australia.
July 6th, 2009
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!
July 6th, 2009
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July 6th, 2009
can you tell me the time of lunar ecplise on 7th july in punjab.
July 6th, 2009
@Girish
The eclipse happens between 18:38 hrs and 19:39 hrs
July 6th, 2009
@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.
July 7th, 2009
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
July 7th, 2009
do watch eclipse u were born to view this one
July 7th, 2009
Can you please let me know what time is the Lunar eclipse on July 7th,2009 in Dubai ?
July 7th, 2009
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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July 7th, 2009
what are the london timings of solar eclipse which is on 22nd july?
July 7th, 2009
what are the london timings of solar eclipse which is on 22nd july?
July 7th, 2009
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).
July 7th, 2009
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)
July 7th, 2009
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?
July 7th, 2009
can u please let me know what time is the lunar eclipse on july 07 in Los Angeles and if is visible
July 7th, 2009
i dont think the eclipse will happen on that date… let c
July 8th, 2009
Hi Suganya, thanks for the information..:-)
July 8th, 2009
By the way is it IST or time at dubai?
July 8th, 2009
What about the solar eclipse timing on July 22nd in Dubai?
July 8th, 2009
Can you tell me the timings for the on July 22 in Queensland, Australia.
July 8th, 2009
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?
July 8th, 2009
@sakshi,
The solar eclipse on July 22nd is not visible in London
July 8th, 2009
@Pallavi,
All timings mentioned are local timings of your place.
July 8th, 2009
@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.
July 9th, 2009
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.
July 9th, 2009
is the timing for singapore correct? just askin to comfirm
July 10th, 2009
What time will the solar eclipse be visible in Utah?
July 11th, 2009
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?
July 12th, 2009
What time will the eclipse be visible in New Hampshire?
July 12th, 2009
will we be able to see it in from Port Vila – Vanuatu
July 12th, 2009
What Precaution should Pregnant woman should take?
July 14th, 2009
HOW WE CAN SEE SOLAR ECLIPSE BY PROTECTING OUR EYES?
July 14th, 2009
what about the solar ecplise timing on july 22nd in NEW YORK(USA)?
July 14th, 2009
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.
July 14th, 2009
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.
July 14th, 2009
please let me know if the solar eclipse on july 22nd can be viewd in uae,n if so at what time
July 14th, 2009
Does solar eclipse occur in Melbourne-Australia on 22nd July 2009 if it does from what time to what time
July 14th, 2009
@Sydney,
You are right.The eclipse happens in Singapore too. But its not visible. But the timings mentioned here are correct.There are many instances under which the eclipse is experienced but not seen and there are many reasons because of which the actual eclipse might differ from the foretell.
July 15th, 2009
hi
is their a solar eclipse in australia if yes at what time
July 15th, 2009
hi is their a solar eclipse in australia on 22nd july if yes at what time
July 15th, 2009
is this visible in the philippines? I’m so excited
July 17th, 2009
Total solar eclipse 2009 would be the most perfect total solar eclipse in twenty-first century according to some people.
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July 17th, 2009
Can you please give me the timings of visibility of solar ecllipse in Sydney , if it is seen there?
July 17th, 2009
what precautions should preagnant women should take?
July 19th, 2009
what times will it be in delaware nj for the solar eclipse in july 2009 09/
July 19th, 2009
could you please let me know what time the eclipse is in perth n wht exactly is this n need to take any precaution
July 19th, 2009
please could you tell me if the total eclipse will be visible from cape town south africa and at what time??
July 20th, 2009
Hi there,
Can you please tell me the solar eclipse on 22nd of July and lunar eclipse on 7August visible in Australia? And what time?
Thank you so much
July 20th, 2009
I would like to know if any part of the solar eclipse can be visible in chennai
July 20th, 2009
Dear,
What would be the time in Dubai UAE solar Eclepise on the 22nd. july 2009.
Regards,
Francisco
July 20th, 2009
I would like to know if any part of the solar eclipse can be visible in Johannesburg in South Africa.Please advice
July 20th, 2009
Thank you very much for such a valuable information including timing of solar eclipse in some of the countries.
Can you please let me know the timings of solar eclipse on 22nd July in London? Please if you can update me on this information as early as possible, it would be a great help for me.
Thank you once again.
July 20th, 2009
can we see this eclipse in sydney and what time
July 20th, 2009
what time is solar eclipse visible in dubai
July 20th, 2009
Where can i buy the solar eclipse goggle in Pune
July 20th, 2009
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July 20th, 2009
Given the cloudy weather in Bombay, will the eclipse be visible here?
in fact, even in Indore, I heard it would be better visible.
But with clouds, what are the chances?
and where is the GE point in India?
July 20th, 2009
is the solar eclpse on july 22nd visible in los angeles CA if so what time it would be very helpful if you answered
also i would like to mention your page on solar eclpses is amazing
July 20th, 2009
is the solar eclpse on july 22nd visible in los angeles CA if so what time it would be very helpful if you answered
also i would like to mention your page on solar eclpses is amazing
July 20th, 2009
i apolgise for all those comments my computer was not functioning correctly
July 20th, 2009
What will be observed on East coast of US ?
July 21st, 2009
Can I observed in USA if yes what time i will see on 22nd july 2009
July 21st, 2009
Will I be able to see it in the U.S.?
If so what time?
July 21st, 2009
Hi,
Can u tell me whether solar eclipse on july 22nd is visible in Queensland,Australia
July 21st, 2009
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July 21st, 2009
hi , i am pregnant and residing in dubai. so please tell me the eclipse timing in UAE.
i would be really thankfull.
July 21st, 2009
so what time in USA (EST) will the eclipse be occuring so i can watch it live on the web? i see a lot of people have asked this question or similar and so far no answers?
July 21st, 2009
Your site is very good. it gives very good information, but i am just reading so many questions without anyone answering them.
I think all those people staying in UAE, cannot see Eclipse, or if someone could help me out with the same query. According to the maps and data i am refferering, no where i found the name UAE, because its going towards east ie, china and japan, starting from india. And UAE and gulf is towards west of India. But still i would be more happy, if someone could really help me and all other people who are left with just a day to quench their thirst to know the answer.
July 21st, 2009
hi,
2009-Jul-22 solar eclipse in dubai, UAE begins at 05:43 AM and ends at 05:47:39 AM.
can u tell me what a pregnant women should do during solar eclipse?
July 21st, 2009
@Yasmeen,
Sure, we shall reply to most of the questions that are posted here.Thanks a lot for your patience and interest that you are showing towards our blog.
July 21st, 2009
I noticed that “Indonesia” start time is evening 16:20:18, but indonesia is around the region of Singapore, so it should be the same with Singapore’s time. Perhaps you meant “Micronesia”, which is further east and perhaps made more sense?
July 21st, 2009
Dear Blog Readers,
We are so happy to see so many of you interested in knowing the eclipse timings on 22nd July 2009.Here are the details for all the comments that are posted here.
Solar eclipse on 22nd July 2009 is NOT visible in any parts of Australia,North America,Central America,Caribbean,South America,Europe and Africa.
July 21st, 2009
Thank you for the informative post.
I notice there’s a typo on the third paragraph, 2nd verse: the ‘moon’ is spelled without the letter N.
July 21st, 2009
Can u tell me whether total solar eclipse on july 22nd 2009 is visible in Philippines
July 21st, 2009
please let me know…….i wont miss it
July 21st, 2009
please answer meh……and what time..
July 21st, 2009
Could you pls. let me know the eclipse timings on 22nd July for Abudhabi (UAE). (Start time and end time)
Thanks
July 21st, 2009
please let me knw the shadow when in australia sydney what time to what time ?
July 21st, 2009
can you tell me plz what time to what time and ?
July 21st, 2009
ECLIPSE IS NOT visible in any parts of Australia,North America,Central America,Caribbean,South America,Europe and Africa BECAUSE IT WILL BE NIGHT TIME, THANKS
July 21st, 2009
when you repply my answar eclipse timings on 22 nd july for sydney australia yes Thanks gurudayal
July 21st, 2009
What time the eclipse will happen in Philippines?
Is it the same with Singapore?
just incase no, could you please tell me what time it will be?
Thanks a lot!!!~
July 21st, 2009
Even though the eclipse of the 22nd July is not visible in South Africa, please can you advise on the time that we would be experiencing this eclipse
July 21st, 2009
Hi , Will the eclipse be seen from countries in the indian ocean?
July 21st, 2009
In oman eclipse what time start and end tell me so my wife is pregnent and this time which type carful.
July 21st, 2009
will it be visible in Kansas city, USA?
July 21st, 2009
Thanks for youe reply. One more query, even though the eclipse of the 22nd July is not visible in Europe, please can you advise on the time that we would be experiencing this eclipse here.
July 21st, 2009
Can any one please tell me the timing of total eclipse of 22nd july, in PAKISTAN?????????
July 21st, 2009
Good Evening Sir/ Madam, Please let me know what to do on the eclipse time my wife is pregnant. Please let me know soon.
July 21st, 2009
When does solar eclipse occur in USA,Florida,eventhough it is not visible.Can u please tell me the exact timing?
July 21st, 2009
WILL IT CAUSE SOME DISASTERS TO PEOPLE IN CHENNAI,TAMIL NADU,INDIA
July 21st, 2009
When will the solar eclipse be seen in Dhaka, Bangladesh…..pls dont forget to mention whether u meant the new day-light-saving time or the usual 1
July 22nd, 2009
can i know at what time the solar eclipse is occurred in london.
its important for me…thanq…
July 22nd, 2009
Thanks for great infromation about Total Solar Eclipse July 22nd, 2009.
July 22nd, 2009
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WHAT ARE THE TIMING FOR START AND END IN DUBAI (UAE) TKS JASMEET
July 22nd, 2009
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WHT TIME ECLIPSE START AND END IN DUBAI UAE
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July 22nd, 2009
Thanks for the information.
We In Indonesia & Malaysia are now seeing only the
partial eclipse…
July 22nd, 2009
I can’t wait to see the solar eclipse that’s coming soon. It’s going to be my first time seeing the solar eclipse!!! I read on the some websites that it’s going to be the longest solar eclipse of the year!
I”m so excited!
July 22nd, 2009
give me the time in victoria ,australia when eclipse will occur
July 22nd, 2009
Can you list the timings if the eclipse on july 22nd in Texas,America?
Thank you!
July 22nd, 2009
i get so much knowledge of eclipse which i cant get by other site thanks so much
July 22nd, 2009
can u give the time of eclipse of south korea also next time thanks so much
July 22nd, 2009
Can you tell me what time the eclipse will take place in Washington, D.C. (EST) on July 22nd 2009?
Thanks,
RER
July 22nd, 2009
the Solar Eclipse takes place from 2:39 till 4:15pm today!
Only partial in in Australia
July 22nd, 2009
AMERICANS PLEASE READ:
eclipse will NOT be visible in North America as it will be night time here..
again NOT VISIBLE IN North AMERICA
so please try and read these before you ask again!
July 22nd, 2009
huy there i was able to view alittle bit of it here in guangzhou early in tha morning. it was crazy , aint seen something like that in a long while.
July 22nd, 2009
hi
is thr an eclipse in srilanka?if so,can i pls hav the timings for the 22nd july?
July 22nd, 2009
thanks for the information!!
it helps me a lot!!
Thanks!!
July 22nd, 2009
do you see the eclipse here in the philippines??
July 22nd, 2009
Hey Suganya,
Very valuable info……..
July 22nd, 2009
Update:
Many questions about omens, and what families/expeted parents should do on the day of an eclipse.
This is a GOOD omen (not bad). You should celebrate the event, and enjoy the day. You are lucky to live in interesting times, to see fascinating and beautiful natural events.
Bad omens are created by man (clearcutting of forests, polluting the oceans, exhaust to cause global warnings). When we destroy God’s creation it will haunt us in unexpected ways for many generations.
Good omens are created by God – celebrate them, mark your calendars, remember them for years to come.
July 23rd, 2009
Thank you for this info … I was running around last night trying to see anything and did not know that I was not going to be able to see because I just saw your fantastic site today! Thank you..
July 23rd, 2009
The information was very useful. In Karnataka we were not fortunate enough to watch the total solar eclipse. However we were able to watch partial eclipse when the sun was cover about 60 % by moon. we enjoyed the live telecast.
July 23rd, 2009
Heh…it was about 8:50 pm here in SC/USA on Tuesday 7/21 when the eclipse officially was at it’s peak in New Dehli, India…interesting…
July 27th, 2009
Hi, Suganya. This year 2009 , August 6 th , lunar eclipse is visible in melbourne, australia? What are the timIngs pls.
Thanks.