Annular solar eclipse of August 22, 1979
The annular solar eclipse peaks at Aug 22, 1979, 1:21 PM ET (1979-08-22 17:21 UTC) at 29°01′ Leo, with greatest eclipse at 59.6°S, 108.5°W. Annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 5 min 58 s there.
Past eclipse
Annular solar eclipse in ♌︎ Leo · North Node ☊︎ · a ring of Sun stays visible around the Moon.
Not visible from the US.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Wed, Aug 22, 1:21 PM EDT |
| Chicago | Wed, Aug 22, 12:21 PM CDT |
| Denver | Wed, Aug 22, 11:21 AM MDT |
| Los Angeles | Wed, Aug 22, 10:21 AM PDT |
| London | Wed, Aug 22, 6:21 PM GMT+1 |
| Sydney | Thu, Aug 23, 3:21 AM GMT+10 |
Where to see it
Not visible from any of the major cities we check; mostly over ocean or polar regions.
At the point of greatest eclipse (59.6°S, 108.5°W), annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 5 min 58 s. The annular phase is seen only inside a narrow path; outside it the eclipse is partial.
Annular solar eclipse in Leo: astrology meaning
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around creativity, romance and self-expression (Leo). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Leo–Aquarius axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 29°01′ Leo or Aquarius.
It is the New Moon of August 1979.
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 1979 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the annular solar eclipse of August 22, 1979?
The annular solar eclipse peaks at Aug 22, 1979, 1:21 PM ET (1979-08-22 17:21 UTC) at 29°01′ Leo, with greatest eclipse at 59.6°S, 108.5°W. Annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 5 min 58 s there.
Where is the August 22, 1979 eclipse visible?
Not visible from any of the major cities we check; mostly over ocean or polar regions. 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?
No. It is not visible from New York, Chicago, Los Angeles or Honolulu.
How long does it last?
About 5 min 58 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?
29°01′ Leo on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun and Moon are together in Leo.
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 creativity, romance and self-expression (Leo). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Leo–Aquarius axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 29°01′ Leo or Aquarius.
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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