December 26 Solar Eclipse Precautions & astrology

December 26 Solar Eclipse Precautions, Time & astrology

The Sun will turn into a Ring of Fire on Thursday, December 26 as the Moon covers the star in the last solar eclipse of 2019

HIGHLIGHTS

• 1. A solar eclipse will take place on the morning of December 26.
• 2. The solar eclipse will begin at 8 am and end at 1:30 pm.
• 3. The solar eclipse will be visible most prominently from South India.

There is one last grand celestial event to go before we bid this year -- and the second decade of the 21st century -- goodbye: A solar eclipse that will be visible in most of India and that will light up the sky with a bright 'ring of fire' Thursday morning. The December 26 solar eclipse will be the last solar eclipse of the year. The solar eclipse will begin at around 8 am and will last for around six hours, ending shortly after 1:30 pm.

The December 26 solar eclipse will be visible most prominently from South India. Cities such as Kannur, Kochi, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) in Kerala; Coimbatore, Madurai, Ooty, Trichy and Chennai in Tamil Nadu; Mangaluru and Bengaluru in Karnataka; and Puducherry are among the places in South India that will be able to fully witness the solar eclipse on Thursday. Other parts of India too will witness the solar eclipse in varying intensity.

The December 26 solar eclipse is what is known as an 'annular eclipse'. Basically, this means that the Sun and the Moon will be positioned in a way to form the 'ring of fire' (we'll explain more later) -- the Moon won't be able to completely cover the Sun and so, the Sun's edges will be illuminated.

What is Solar Eclipse -:

The Earth revolves around the Sun and the Moon revolves around the Earth. What this means is that there are times when the Earth, Sun and the Moon are in a straight line. This leads to one of two celestial phenomena -- a lunar eclipse or a solar eclipse.

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth comes in between the Sun and the Moon. This causes Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon. Depending on the angle of the Earth, Sun and the Moon, a lunar eclipse can range from a dark circular shadow being visible on the lunar surface to the Moon being coloured in shades of red.

The opposite of this phenomenon is the solar eclipse. This takes place when the Moon comes in between the Sun and the Earth. The Moon obscures the Sun either partly or completely.

HOW OFTEN DO SOLAR ECLIPSES TAKE PLACE?

According to the respected website Timeanddate.com, two to five solar eclipses take place ever year. Five solar eclipses taking place in one year is extremely rare, the website reports citing US space agency Nasa's research.

According to the website, the last time five solar eclipses took place in the same year was in 1935 and the next time it will happen is in 2206.

The solar eclipse of December 26 is the third one to take place in 2019. According to calculations made by Timeanddate.com, we will witness two solar eclipses every year until 2028.

IS DECEMBER 26 SOLAR ECLIPSE A TOTAL ECLIPSE?

Short answer: No. The December 26 solar eclipse is what is known as an 'annular solar eclipse'. In simpler terms, on Thursday the Moon will not be able to completely cover the Sun. Even when the whole of Moon covers the Sun, the edges of the star will be left uncovered. This will lead to the 'ring of fire' phenomenon where the Sun appears as a disc with its edges illuminated in an angry reddish yellow hue.

Why does this happen? Well, the Earth revolves around the Sun in an elliptical orbit. And the Moon in turn revolves around the Earth in an elliptical orbit. What this means is that at different times the Moon and the Sun are located at different distances in space from the Earth.

december 26 solar eclipse in uae

Eclipse start time:	07:04:00
Sun's altitude when eclipse begins:	0°
Time at maximum eclipse:	07:37:59
Sun's altitude at maximum:	6°
Sun's azimuth at maximum:	120°
Sun percentage covered:	91.2%
Ending time:	08:54:20
Sun's altitude when eclipse ends:	21°

december 26 solar eclipse astrology  

This December, there won't be an ordinary new moon. Instead, on Dec. 26 at 12:13 a.m. ET, a solar eclipse will blast through the cosmos, setting you off on a brand-new path. In astrology, a solar eclipse is a lot like a new moon, only its power is supremely amplified. While a new moon may encourage you to try something different or set an intention to guide you forward, a solar eclipse tends to invoke a new beginning altogether. While the unexpected shifts that often follow this astrological phenomenon can be overwhelming, the December 2019 solar eclipse will be the best for these zodiac signs: Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, and Sagittarius.

However, when it comes to an eclipse, it's difficult to define the experience as innately "good" or "bad". The reason eclipses are associated with life-altering changes is that they activate the lunar nodes (aka your karmic destiny). An eclipse can shake up your entire life so you'll eventually be brought closer to the path you're meant to take. Whatever happens on an eclipse is meant to, regardless of whether it feels terrifying or exciting.

Taking place in Capricorn, this eclipse is all about regaining control over your life, embracing maturity, and forming a practical plan to achieve your goals. Forming a trine to groundbreaking and rebellious Uranus, this solar eclipse encourages a revolutionary shift. As transformative Pluto and karmic Saturn form a rare conjunction, you may bear witness to major destruction as a form of creation. If you need to tear things down in order to start anew, embrace the freedom that's to come.

Taurus: You're Pushing The Limits And Embracing Adventure

It's time to take a step back from the monotony of your life and get a good look at the bigger picture. Let this solar eclipse help you expand your mind, take on unexpected opportunities, and push you to embark on a road you've never traveled upon. It's time to embrace the spontaneity of life, because you're only holding yourself back by clinging onto your comfort zone. Open your mind to something new.

Virgo: You're Tapping Into Your Own Source Of Creativity

This solar eclipse will help you understand all the ways in which you've been preventing yourself from experiencing joy. It's time to have a conversation with your inner child. How has the pressure of adulthood wounded it? You don't have to hush this part of you in order to live well. Find a way to bring more creativity into your life. This could mean starting a project or simply infusing art into your daily routine.

Scorpio: You're Freeing Your Mind And Saying Your Truth

This solar eclipse is activating your voice. It's time to be honest not only with others, but also with yourself. Don't be afraid of speaking up and expressing your opinions. This solar eclipse is here to help you open up and acknowledge how intelligent you truly are. You have the power to learn anything and use your knowledge to create all the success you've been longing for.

Sagittarius: You're Embracing A Major Financial Opportunity

Prepare to experience a revelation regarding your financial state. This solar eclipse is here to help guide you toward understanding what you need in order to live a fruitful and stable life. Whether you've been overspending or underspending, it's time to come to terms with the level of abundance you desire. Form a plan to achieve concrete financial goals by setting a budget or splurging on something you deserve.