The forces of rotation caused red hot masses of stones to be torn away from the Earth and to be thrown into the ether, and this is the origin of the stars.

— Anaxagoras 428 BC

Sunrise Solar Eclipse

By Kevin at Fri, 05/14/2021 - 2:37pm
Event Date: 
Thu, 06/10/2021 - 5:30am - 6:30am

 

sunrise eclipseOn Thursday, June 10, we will be treated to a partial solar eclipse at sunrise. Although not as spectacular as a total eclipse, this will be an interesting event. It is a rare opportunity to see the eclipsed Sun rise up over the horizon.

This will be a difficult event to view, because you will need a clear view of the northeastern horizon. Weather permitting, the NJAG will attempt a live stream of the eclipse. The event begins at sunrise around 5:25 a.m. About 80% of the Sun will be blocked by the Moon. Maximum eclipse occurs at 5:32 a.m. After this time, the Moon will gradually uncover the Sun as it rises higher in the sky. The eclipse ends when the Sun is completely uncovered by 6:31 a.m.

 

This event will take place online only and will be broadcast on our YouTube Channel NJAG Online:

 

Please note: all the usual precautions about viewing the Sun apply here – never look at the Sun directly without a solar filter. The rising Sun may not seem bright but its ultraviolet light can still damage your eyesight.