Solar Eclipse 2019: Surya Grahan date, time, where to watch-all you need to know

Solar eclipse 2019: Solar eclipse  & Lunar eclipse not just fascinates space enthusiasts but common people too. 

On the 26th of December, the world will witness "Annual Solar Eclipse" and it will be third & final solar eclipse of the year.

A solar eclipse or Surya Grahan occurs when the moon will obstruct the way between the sun and the earth.  The eclipse, that is moon covering the sun, can be partial, total or annular.

This 'Annual Solar Eclipse' is also called  "ring of fire".

Solar eclipse 2019 time 

It will occur around 8 am (IST) and is going to last till 11.30 am (IST). It will be visible at 9.24 am to 9.27 am on the east coast and 9.31 am to 9,35 in the west coast. 

Solar eclipse 2019: Where it will be visible

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman, India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam. People living in cities like Kozhikode, Islands, and Guam. People living in cities like Kozhikode,  Coimbatore, Jaffna, Trincomalee, Sibolga, Batam, Singapore, Singkawang and Guam can see the annular solar eclipse clearly.

As per the reports, Kerala's Cheruvathur will be among the best places to witness the Solar Eclipse this year. 

Precautions to be taken during the solar eclipse

1. It is believed by many in India that one should avoid consuming food during the time the solar eclipse remains active as ultraviolet rays became more active during this time. 
2. People are advised not to glare with bare eyes towards the sky during the solar eclipse be it morning or night as it may affect their sight.
3. Also, many communities in India perform havan (ritual) as they believe doing this will guard them against negative vibes which may be become more active during such happenings.