Hybrid Solar Eclipse
Friday, 21 July 2028
🇮🇳 Visible from India
This Hybrid Solar Eclipse will be a notable astronomical event. Watch the contact times table above to track each phase as it unfolds.
IST Contact Times
| Phase | IST Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Greatest Eclipse (Mid) | 2:59 AM IST | Maximum eclipse magnitude reached |
| C1 — Partial Eclipse Begins | 1:40 AM IST | Moon's silhouette first touches Sun's disc |
| C2 — Central Phase Begins | 2:21 AM IST | Annular or total phase begins |
| Greatest Eclipse (Mid) | 2:59 AM IST | Maximum eclipse occurs |
| C3 — Central Phase Ends | 3:37 AM IST | Ring of fire / totality ends |
| C4 — Partial Eclipse Ends | 4:18 AM IST | Moon's silhouette leaves Sun's disc |
Eclipse magnitude 1.42 means the Moon's apparent diameter covers 142% of the Sun's diameter at greatest eclipse. Because magnitude exceeds 1.0, the Moon is large enough to cover the Sun completely — defining the central (total or annular) phase. The gamma value of -0.788 describes how far the Moon's shadow axis passes from Earth's centre (in units of Earth's equatorial radius); lower absolute gamma means a more central, longer eclipse.
Use ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses or a properly filtered telescope throughout the entire eclipse — there is no safe moment to look without protection.
Grahan in Hindu Tradition
Surya Grahan (सूर्य ग्रहण)
A solar eclipse is called Surya Grahan. Sutak begins 12 hours before a solar eclipse. Temples are closed. It is traditional to avoid eating, sleep, or auspicious activities. A bath and prayer after the eclipse is recommended.
Visibility Note
Partial phases visible from parts of India. Always use ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses to view a solar eclipse safely — never look directly at the Sun.