"It's dawn, the birds are chirping, and the mist is dissipating-revealing a sun that looks strangely like a crescent moon. That's the scene folks in New Zealand will wake up to on the morning of September 22, 2025, when a partial solar eclipse coincides with sunrise. Up to 86% of the solar disk will be obscured depending on the viewing location, creating that unique crescent sunrise."
"A solar eclipse happens when the moon passes directly between Earth and the sun, casting a shadow onto our planet. During a total solar eclipse, the moon completely covers the sun and darkens the skies in the path of totality. But during a partial eclipse, the moon only blocks part of the solar surface. As such, the sun will appear as if a bite has been taken out of it."
"Unfortunately, this eclipse will only be visible from a few populated areas. Maximum coverage will occur largely over the Southern Ocean between New Zealand and Antarctica, as well as part of East Antarctica. Substantial coverage will be visible across New Zealand, some South Pacific nations, and more of Antarctica, while eastern Australia and Tasmania will catch only the tiniest bit of the show."
On September 22, 2025, a partial solar eclipse will coincide with sunrise in parts of the Southern Hemisphere, producing a crescent-shaped sun at dawn. The moon will pass between Earth and the sun, blocking part of the solar disk rather than covering it completely. Observers may see up to 86% of the solar disk obscured depending on location; New Zealand offers strong visibility with as much as 72% coverage on the South Island at maximum. Maximum coverage occurs over the Southern Ocean and parts of Antarctica. Proper eye protection is required to view the crescent safely. The next solar eclipse occurs Feb. 17, 2026.
Read at Conde Nast Traveler
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