Total Solar Eclipse
Tuesday, 30 April 2041
Total eclipse crossing Angola, Zambia, and the South Atlantic.
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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: 3m 12s. 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: Southern Africa, Atlantic. 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 3m 12s.