Total Solar Eclipse
Sunday, 2 September 2035
Total eclipse visible from eastern China, Korea, and Japan — huge viewing population.
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What to expect
During totality, the Sun's corona becomes visible — pearl-white streamers of plasma extending millions of kilometers into space. Day turns to twilight; bright stars and planets appear; the temperature drops noticeably.
Maximum duration: 2m 48s. This is how long the central phase will last for observers on the center line — observers near the edge of the path will see a shorter central phase, and observers outside the path will see only a partial eclipse.
Best visible from: China, Japan, Pacific. Outside these regions, observers either see a smaller partial eclipse or none at all — Earth's curvature puts the event below the horizon.
Viewing safety
- Never look at the partial phases with the naked eye — ISO-12312-2 certified eclipse glasses are required.
- Camera phones and regular sunglasses do not provide adequate protection.
- During totality only, it is safe to look directly at the corona — lasts 2m 48s.