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The first solar eclipse of 2025 occurred at sunrise on Saturday, March 29, with eastern Canada, the northeastern U.S., Europe and Africa all getting a glimpse.
From Forbes
The eclipse was also visible in Europe, western Africa, who had the advantage of a higher sun angle being later in the day and getting to view the entire eclipse start to finish.
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About 30% to 50% of the sun was obscured by the moon at its peak, at about 11:00.
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Several major solar eclipses are coming n the wake of the March 29, 2025, partial solar eclipse. Here’s where and when to see the best ones.
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Space.com on MSN1st solar eclipse of 2025 puts on stunning show for skywatchers around the world (photos)The partial solar eclipse of March 2025 did not disappoint as observers turned their eyes and cameras to the sky.
During a partial solar eclipse, the moon passes between the sun and Earth. The moon casts a shadow on Earth and only partly blocks the sun, making it appear like a crescent. Unlike a total solar eclipse, there’s no totality so experts say proper eye protection must be worn the whole time.
The moon slipped between the Earth and the sun on Saturday, casting a shadow on our planet in parts of the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Russia and Africa.
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Space.com on MSNSolar eclipse US weather forecast: Best places to see the moon 'bite' the sun tomorrowWeather could be an issue for many, but there are locations that will have a "fair chance" (about 40 to 60 percent) of getting a view of the partial eclipse.
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Experts explain damage that can happen to your eyes if you stare at the partial eclipse without using adequate protection.