Annular solar eclipse of December 24, 1973
The annular solar eclipse peaks at Dec 24, 1973, 10:01 AM ET (1973-12-24 15:01 UTC) at 2°40′ Capricorn, with greatest eclipse at 1.1°N, 48.5°W. Annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 11 min 55 s there.
Past eclipse
Annular solar eclipse in ♑︎ Capricorn · North Node ☊︎ · a ring of Sun stays visible around the Moon.
Visible from the US: New York and Chicago.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Mon, Dec 24, 10:01 AM EST |
| Chicago | Mon, Dec 24, 9:01 AM CST |
| Denver | Mon, Dec 24, 8:01 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Mon, Dec 24, 7:01 AM PST |
| London | Mon, Dec 24, 3:01 PM GMT |
| Sydney | Tue, Dec 25, 2:01 AM GMT+11 |
Where to see it
| City | Sun covered | Maximum (local time) |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9% | Dec 24, 9:08 AM |
| Chicago | 15% | Dec 24, 7:49 AM |
| Mexico City | 77% | Dec 24, 7:15 AM |
| São Paulo | 15% | Dec 24, 11:50 AM |
| Madrid | 49% | Dec 24, 5:39 PM |
| Lagos | 26% | Dec 24, 5:49 PM |
Cities not listed see no eclipse, or the Sun is below the horizon. Never look at the Sun without certified eclipse glasses, except during the brief total phase.
At the point of greatest eclipse (1.1°N, 48.5°W), annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 11 min 55 s. The annular phase is seen only inside a narrow path; outside it the eclipse is partial.
Annular solar eclipse in Capricorn: astrology meaning
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around career, authority and long-term plans (Capricorn). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Capricorn–Cancer axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 2°40′ Capricorn or Cancer.
It is the New Moon of December 1973.
Greatest-eclipse time and place, local circumstances and central duration are computed with Astronomy Engine and rounded to the minute (durations to the second). Published values can differ by a few seconds. All 1973 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the annular solar eclipse of December 24, 1973?
The annular solar eclipse peaks at Dec 24, 1973, 10:01 AM ET (1973-12-24 15:01 UTC) at 2°40′ Capricorn, with greatest eclipse at 1.1°N, 48.5°W. Annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 11 min 55 s there.
Where is the December 24, 1973 eclipse visible?
In the US: New York and Chicago. Elsewhere: Mexico City, São Paulo, Madrid and Lagos. A solar eclipse is seen only where the Moon’s shadow falls; the total or annular phase only along a narrow path.
Can you see it from the United States?
Yes, from New York and Chicago: 9% of the Sun covered in New York; 15% of the Sun covered in Chicago.
How long does it last?
About 11 min 55 s of annularity (the “ring of fire”) at the point of greatest eclipse; shorter elsewhere along the path. The partial phases before and after last more than an hour at any one place.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
2°40′ Capricorn on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun and Moon are together in Capricorn.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around career, authority and long-term plans (Capricorn). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Capricorn–Cancer axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 2°40′ Capricorn or Cancer.
Is it safe to watch?
Only with certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses or a solar viewer for every partial phase. Looking at the Sun directly or through sunglasses, a camera or binoculars without a solar filter can damage your eyes. Only during totality itself, if you are in the path, is it safe to look without protection.
Astrology is a symbolic and cultural tradition. The planetary positions on this site are calculated with astronomical accuracy; the interpretations describe what astrologers associate with them and are not scientifically validated predictions about personality, relationships or the future.
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