Partial solar eclipse of March 7, 1989
The partial solar eclipse peaks at Mar 7, 1989, 1:07 PM ET (1989-03-07 18:07 UTC) at 17°09′ Pisces.
Past eclipse
Partial solar eclipse in ♓︎ Pisces · North Node ☊︎ · Moon covers part of the Sun.
Visible from the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Tue, Mar 7, 1:07 PM EST |
| Chicago | Tue, Mar 7, 12:07 PM CST |
| Denver | Tue, Mar 7, 11:07 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Tue, Mar 7, 10:07 AM PST |
| London | Tue, Mar 7, 6:07 PM GMT |
| Sydney | Wed, Mar 8, 5:07 AM GMT+11 |
Where to see it
| City | Sun covered | Maximum (local time) |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 25% | Mar 7, 9:50 AM |
| Honolulu | 27% | Mar 7, 7:02 AM |
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.
Partial solar eclipse in Pisces: astrology meaning
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around intuition, dreams and endings (Pisces). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Pisces–Virgo axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 17°09′ Pisces or Virgo.
It is the New Moon of March 1989.
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 1989 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the partial solar eclipse of March 7, 1989?
The partial solar eclipse peaks at Mar 7, 1989, 1:07 PM ET (1989-03-07 18:07 UTC) at 17°09′ Pisces.
Where is the March 7, 1989 eclipse visible?
In the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu. 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 Los Angeles and Honolulu: 25% of the Sun covered in Los Angeles; 27% of the Sun covered in Honolulu.
How long does it last?
The partial eclipse lasts one to two hours at any one place; how much of the Sun is covered depends on where you are.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
17°09′ Pisces on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun and Moon are together in Pisces.
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 intuition, dreams and endings (Pisces). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Pisces–Virgo axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 17°09′ Pisces or Virgo.
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.