Total solar eclipse of November 12, 1985
The total solar eclipse peaks at Nov 12, 1985, 9:10 AM ET (1985-11-12 14:10 UTC) at 20°08′ Scorpio, with greatest eclipse at 68.6°S, 142.6°W. Totality lasts about 2 min 1 s there.
Past eclipse
Total solar eclipse in ♏︎ Scorpio · South Node ☋︎ · Moon covers the whole Sun along a narrow path.
Not visible from the US.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Tue, Nov 12, 9:10 AM EST |
| Chicago | Tue, Nov 12, 8:10 AM CST |
| Denver | Tue, Nov 12, 7:10 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Tue, Nov 12, 6:10 AM PST |
| London | Tue, Nov 12, 2:10 PM GMT |
| Sydney | Wed, Nov 13, 1:10 AM GMT+11 |
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 (68.6°S, 142.6°W), totality lasts about 2 min 1 s. The total phase is seen only inside a narrow path; outside it the eclipse is partial.
Total solar eclipse in Scorpio: astrology meaning
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around shared money, secrets and emotional depth (Scorpio). It falls near the South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Scorpio–Taurus axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 20°08′ Scorpio or Taurus.
It is the New Moon of November 1985.
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 1985 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the total solar eclipse of November 12, 1985?
The total solar eclipse peaks at Nov 12, 1985, 9:10 AM ET (1985-11-12 14:10 UTC) at 20°08′ Scorpio, with greatest eclipse at 68.6°S, 142.6°W. Totality lasts about 2 min 1 s there.
Where is the November 12, 1985 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 2 min 1 s of totality 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?
20°08′ Scorpio on the tropical zodiac, near the South Node. The Sun and Moon are together in Scorpio.
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 shared money, secrets and emotional depth (Scorpio). It falls near the South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Scorpio–Taurus axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 20°08′ Scorpio or Taurus.
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.