He annular solar eclipsenamed as “Ring of Fire”can be observed in different cities in the sky of Puerto Ricomainly in Arroyo, Caguas, Guayama, Mayagüez, Ponce, San Juan and Yabucoa, this Saturday, October 14, as confirmed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Caribbean Astronomy Society (SAC). The astronomical phenomenon, which will not be repeated until 2038, will show the Sun being blocked for a few minutes by the Moon, producing a bright ring in the sky. Follow the recommendations, times and places to follow the event live.
Schedule and how to see the ring of fire solar eclipse in Puerto Rico
EVENT | SOLAR ECLIPSE 2023 |
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DATE | Saturday October 14, 2023 |
COUNTRY | Puerto Rico |
NAME OF THE ECLIPSE | Annular solar eclipse |
GUY | Ring of Fire |
SCHEDULE | 12:45 am and 3:00 pm from San Juan |
HOW TO SEE IT | Special glasses |
WHERE TO SEE IT ONLINE | NASA TV and Facebook of SAC |
DURATION | 2 to 5 minutes at peak |
When will the solar eclipse be seen in Puerto Rico?
The date confirmed by NASA to see the annular solar eclipse in Puerto Rico is Saturday, October 14, 2023.
How long does the annular solar eclipse last in Puerto Rico?
According to Irizarry Robles, from the Caribbean Astronomy Society (SAC), the Ring of Fire solar eclipse will last 3 hours and 4 minutes in the sky of Puerto Rico. However, the initial phase can only be seen through special telescopes that have a solar filter.
What time does the annular solar eclipse begin in San Juan, Puerto Rico?
The Ring of Fire solar eclipse begins its partial phase at 12:46 p.m. in the city of San Juan, capital of Puerto Rico, this Saturday, October 14. The best time to observe the phenomenon will be from 2:22 p.m. Afterwards it can be seen to a lesser extent until 3:50 p.m.
Solar eclipse in San Juan | Schedule |
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partial phase | 12:46 |
Maximum point | 14:22 |
Final | 15:50 |
What time to see the solar eclipse in Puerto Rico?
Check the start time, maximum point and end of the Ring of Fire solar eclipse in Puerto Rico this Saturday, October 14:
Location | Start Time (AST) | Maximum point | Final hour |
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Stream | 12:47 | 14:24 | 15:52 |
Caguas | 12:47 | 14:23 | 15:51 |
Guayama | 12:47 | 14:23 | 15:52 |
Mayaguez | 12:43 | 14:20 | 15:50 |
Ponce | 12:45 | 14:22 | 15:51 |
San Juan | 12:46 | 14:22 | 15:50 |
Yabucoa | 12:48 | 14:24 | 15:52 |
What will the solar eclipse look like in Puerto Rico?
Robles indicates that the Ring of Fire solar eclipse this coming Saturday, October 14, can only be partially appreciated in Puerto Rico due to the location of the island at the time of the astronomical phenomenon.
Where can you see the solar eclipse in Puerto Rico?
If you want to see the solar eclipse in Puerto Rico, you only have to visit the places that have been confirmed by researchers from the Caribbean Astronomy Society (SAC), which are the following:
- University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus
- Grounds of Castillo San Felipe del Morro in Old San Juan
- Princess Walk in Old San Juan
- Puerto Rico Convention Center in Miramar
The SAC will offer special glasses for people who arrive at the site. However, the ideal is that you bring your own equipment and thus avoid overstock.
Where to see the solar eclipse in Puerto Rico?
The solar eclipse on October 14, 2023 will be visible throughout Puerto Rico, from the east to the west of the island. The eclipse will be partial, with a maximum of 97% occultation in western Puerto Rico.
The best places to view the eclipse are those with a clear view of the sky. It is recommended to look for a place with little light pollution to be able to see the ring of fire that will form around the Moon.
Some recommended places to see the eclipse in Puerto Rico are:
- San Felipe del Morro Castle, San Juan
- Cayo Icacos, Vieques
- Cayo Diablo, Culebra
- Yunque National Park
- Loíza Lake
- Eastern Peak
Tips for viewing the solar eclipse in Puerto Rico
It is important to remember that you should never look directly at the Sun, even during an eclipse. To view the eclipse safely, certified solar eclipse glasses must be used.
Here are some tips for viewing the solar eclipse in Puerto Rico:
- Find a spot with a clear view of the sky.
- Avoid light pollution.
- Use certified solar eclipse glasses.
- Don’t look directly at the Sun, even during an eclipse.
In which parts of the world can the solar eclipse be followed?
In this case, it will be observed from the state of Oregon, crossing the United States towards Texas. Later, it can be observed in the Yucatan Peninsula, in Mexico, and in almost all of Central America. Then, it will be seen in Colombia and will culminate in Brazil.